Low fat milk

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Is Low fat milk healthy?

Low fat milk scores 95/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — one of the stronger scores in Scout's catalog. This low fat milk is minimally processed and contains beneficial ingredients such as vitamin A palmitate and vitamin D3, which enhance its nutritional profile.

How processed is Low fat milk?

Low fat milk is NOVA Group 1: Unprocessed or Minimally Processed Foods.

Which ingredients drive Low fat milk's score?

In Scout's ingredient-by-ingredient analysis, vitamin d3 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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Low fat milk

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95 Excellent

Analysis updated May 2026 · How Scout scores

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Beneficial ingredients 1
Harmful ingredients 0
Owned by Ahold Delhaize
Category Milk
Summary

This low fat milk is minimally processed and contains beneficial ingredients such as vitamin A palmitate and vitamin D3, which enhance its nutritional profile. The product maintains a clean label with a short ingredient list, providing essential nutrients like calcium and protein while being low in fat. Its minimal processing and fortification with vitamins make it a healthy choice for those seeking a nutritious dairy option.

Key ingredients 3

vitamin d3
Good

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

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low fat milk
Neutral

Low fat milk is minimally processed and retains most of its natural nutrients, making it a simple and unaltered dairy product.

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vitamin a palmitate
Neutral

Vitamin A Palmitate is added to fortify the milk with vitamin A, supporting eye and immune health without altering the natural profile.

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Processing

Group 1 · Minimally processed

Unprocessed or Minimally Processed Foods

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