Common questions

Is Milk healthy?

Milk scores 85/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — one of the stronger scores in Scout's catalog. This milk is minimally processed, consisting solely of pasteurized and homogenized whole milk, which retains its natural nutrient profile.

How processed is Milk?

Milk is NOVA Group 1: Unprocessed or Minimally Processed Foods.

Which ingredients drive Milk's score?

In Scout's ingredient-by-ingredient analysis, Whole Milk counts in its favor. The full breakdown, with why each one matters, is in the Key ingredients section on this page.

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Milk

Name: Milk
Brand: Aldi

Aldi

Excellent

Analysis updated August 2026 · How Scout scores

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At a glance

Beneficial ingredients 1

Harmful ingredients 0

Owned by Aldi

Category Milk

Summary

This milk is minimally processed, consisting solely of pasteurized and homogenized whole milk, which retains its natural nutrient profile. The absence of additives or harmful ingredients contributes to its high rating, although it is slightly less optimal than raw milk due to the pasteurization process.

Key ingredients 1

Whole Milk

Good

Whole milk provides high-quality protein, calcium, and natural fats that support overall nutrition and satiety.

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Processing

Group 1 · Minimally processed

Unprocessed or Minimally Processed Foods

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