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Skimmed Milk 2.5%

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Common questions

Is Skimmed Milk 2.5% healthy?

Skimmed Milk 2.5% scores 70/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — a fair-to-good score — solid, with tradeoffs. This skimmed milk product is processed, as indicated by the use of reconstituted skimmed milk, which involves adding water to skimmed milk powder.

How processed is Skimmed Milk 2.5%?

Skimmed Milk 2.5% is NOVA Group 3: Processed Foods.

Which ingredients drive Skimmed Milk 2.5%'s score?

In Scout's ingredient-by-ingredient analysis, Whole skimmed milk, Cream, Reconstituted skimmed milk 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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Skimmed Milk 2.5%

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70 Good

Analysis updated June 2026 · How Scout scores

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At a glance

Beneficial ingredients 4
Harmful ingredients 0
Owned by Lactalis
Category Milk
Summary

This skimmed milk product is processed, as indicated by the use of reconstituted skimmed milk, which involves adding water to skimmed milk powder. While it provides essential nutrients like protein and calcium, the processing level and the presence of added water and milk powder reduce its score. The product does not contain harmful additives, but the processing involved in reconstituting milk affects its overall rating.

Key ingredients 5

Whole skimmed milk
Good

This ingredient is a natural dairy product rich in nutrients and minimally processed, making it a wholesome choice.

Cream
Good

Cream adds natural flavor and richness, derived directly from milk without artificial additives.

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Reconstituted skimmed milk
Good

Reconstituted milk is made from milk powder and water, providing a convenient and nutritious dairy option.

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Skimmed milk powder
Good

Milk powder is a concentrated form of milk, retaining most nutrients while extending shelf life.

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Water
Neutral

Water is a neutral ingredient used to adjust consistency without affecting nutritional quality.

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Processing

Group 3 · Processed

Processed Foods

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