Types of Milk

There is a type of milk to suit every taste: whole milk (3.5% fat), reduced-fat (2%), low-fat (1%), fat-free and lactose-free.

No matter the fat or lactose content, all provide the very same nutrients and health benefits.

Whole Milk

Creamy! Whole milk contains 3.5% fat by weight, the same amount found when it leaves the cow. Vitamin D is added to most milk produced in the U.S. to enhance the absorption of calcium.

Reduced-Fat or Low-Fat Milk

Also known as 2% or 1% milk

Fat and calorie levels are reduced in these versions, but they have the same complete nutrient package as whole milk.

Fat-Free Milk

Also known as non-fat or skim milk

From slender cows. Kidding. Fat-free milk has no more than 0.2% milk fat. So it’s the lowest in calories but, again, has just as many nutrients as whole milk.

Organic Milk

From cows fed organic diets. The nutrient content is the same as conventional milk and offers the same health benefits. It’s the process that makes this milk organic, not the product.

Lactose-Free Milk

Lactose is the naturally occurring sugar in milk. Think you’re lactose intolerant? Try lactose-free milk (real milk without the lactose). It tastes great and provides the same levels of calcium, potassium, vitamin D and more.