1% Lowfat Milk

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Common questions

Is 1% Lowfat Milk healthy?

1% Lowfat 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 product is minimally processed, consisting primarily of low-fat milk with added vitamins A and D3, which enhance its nutritional profile.

How processed is 1% Lowfat Milk?

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

Which ingredients drive 1% Lowfat Milk's score?

In Scout's ingredient-by-ingredient analysis, Low fat milk, Vitamin D3 count in its favor. The full breakdown, with why each one matters, is in the Key ingredients section on this page.

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1% Lowfat Milk

Friendly Farms
85 Excellent

Analysis updated August 2026 · How Scout scores

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Beneficial ingredients 2
Harmful ingredients 0
Owned by Aldi
Category Milk
Summary

This product is minimally processed, consisting primarily of low-fat milk with added vitamins A and D3, which enhance its nutritional profile. The absence of harmful additives and the retention of essential nutrients make it a healthy choice within the dairy category.

Key ingredients 3

Low fat milk
Good

Low fat milk is a minimally processed dairy product that provides essential nutrients like calcium and protein. It is pasteurized to ensure safety and retains most of its natural nutritional profile. The reduction in fat content makes it a lower-calorie option while still offering the benefits of milk.

Benefits

Provides essential nutrients such as calcium, vitamin D, and protein, which are important for bone health and muscle function.

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Vitamin D3
Good

Beneficial ingredient — whole-food or functional value in this product class.

Benefits

Enhances calcium absorption, supporting bone health and potentially improving immune function.

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Vitamin A palmitate
Neutral

Vitamin A palmitate is a synthetic form of vitamin A added to fortify milk. It helps maintain vision, immune function, and skin health. While beneficial, it is added in small amounts and does not significantly alter the nutritional profile of the milk.

Risks

Excessive intake of vitamin A can lead to toxicity, but the amounts used in milk fortification are generally safe.

Benefits

Supports vision, immune function, and skin health by providing an essential nutrient that may be lacking in low-fat dairy products.

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Processing

Group 1 · Minimally processed

Unprocessed or Minimally Processed Foods

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