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A2 Milk 2% Reduced Fat
Dairy
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A2 Milk 2% Reduced Fat

a2 Milk
59 foz
Available at Foodtown
120
Calories
8g
Protein
12g
Sugars
115mg
Sodium
8
Ingredients

What You Should Know

A2 Milk 2% Reduced Fat arrives in the refrigerated dairy aisle, shelved next to whole and skim cow’s milk, lactose-reduced and plant-based alternatives, and often near single-serve creamers and specialty milks. You’ll spot it among mid-priced jugs and cartons, a familiar option for shoppers looking for everyday dairy with a small twist. This product fits routine shopping trips — weekly family restocks, back-to-school groceries, and breakfast-focused runs — and surfaces at meals from morning cereal and coffee to baking, school lunches, and light evening sauces. Brand positioning leans toward a wellness-minded mainstream consumer: families and adults who want “real” milk but believe they or someone in the household will tolerate A2 protein better; the marketing angle emphasizes gentle digestion and a straightforward, science-forward tone rather than indulgence. The label typically projects a clean, simple design with health-halo cues like “A2 protein” and vitamin fortification (Vitamin A, Vitamin D3), but no organic or kid-targeted cartooning — it reads as an accessible, modern dairy product rather than a specialty health food. Processing context: pasteurized and homogenized reduced-fat milk, fortified with vitamins, so it’s a minimally processed dairy product in everyday retail form. Sensory notes: a smooth, slightly creamy mouthfeel lighter than whole milk, with a mildly sweet dairy flavor and clean finish; it’s sold in a resealable plastic jug or carton that lives on the refrigerator door, poured into cereal bowls, steamed into lattes, or measured for recipes. The ritual is practical and habitual — poured from the jug into mugs, sippy cups, or measuring cups — part of many American kitchen routines.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1 cup
Servings per Container: 7
Calories120
% Daily Value*
Total Fat5g6%
Saturated Fat3g15%
Cholesterol20mg7%
Sodium115mg5%
Total Carbohydrate12g4%
Total Sugars12g
Protein8g
* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Ingredients

Reduced, Fat, Milk,, Vitamin, A, Palmitate,, Vitamin, D3..

Dietary Labels

This product is not vegan, is gluten-free, and is not organic.

Ultra-Processing Assessment

NOVA Score:1 / 4

Minimally Processed

Why this score?

Contains only reduced-fat milk with added vitamins and no industrial additives; it is pasteurized/homogenized and fortified, consistent with minimally processed (NOVA 1) dairy products.

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Common Questions about A2 Milk 2% Reduced Fat

A2 Milk 2% Reduced Fat can be a healthy choice for many, especially if you're looking for a good source of protein and calcium. It contains 8 grams of protein and 298 mg of calcium per cup, which are great for bone health. However, like any food, it fits best into a balanced diet, so consider how it complements your overall intake.

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