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Belgian Dark Chocolate Milk, 12 FZ
dairy-eggs/milk-cream
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Belgian Dark Chocolate Milk, 12 FZ

COCOA METRO
Available at Whole Foods
330
Calories
15g
Protein
43g
Sugars
172mg
Sodium
5g
Fiber
15
Ingredients

What You Should Know

You'd spot this bottled Belgian Dark Chocolate Milk in the refrigerated dairy aisle or a convenience-store cooler — an easy grab-and-go treat for after school, a snack, or a late-night craving. It reads indulgent and nostalgic, but the silky, sweet texture and long shelf-ready formulation come from added cane sugar, stabilizers and vitamin fortification, clues that this is an industrially processed ready-to-drink item.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1 CARTON
Servings per Container: 1
Calories330
% Daily Value*
Total Fat10g13%
Saturated Fat4g20%
Trans Fat0g
Cholesterol29mg10%
Sodium172mg7%
Total Carbohydrate51g19%
Dietary Fiber5g18%
Total Sugars43g
Protein15g
* 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, CANE, SUGAR, COCOA, *VANILLA, *CAROB, BEAN, GUM, VITAMIN, A, PALMITATE, VITAMIN, D3.

Dietary Labels

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

Ultra-Processing Assessment

NOVA Score:4 / 4

Ultra-Processed

Why this score?

This flavored, packaged milk contains added sugar, a stabilizing additive (carob bean gum) and vitamin fortification, and is formulated for ready-to-drink use — characteristics of NOVA group 4 ultra-processed foods. The high sugar content and industrial additives indicate significant processing beyond minimally processed or processed culinary ingredients.

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Common Questions about Belgian Dark Chocolate Milk, 12 FZ

Well, that depends on how you define 'healthy'! This drink packs a punch with 15 grams of protein and 5 grams of dietary fiber, which is great for keeping you fuller longer. However, it also contains 43 grams of total sugars, so if you're watching your sugar intake or trying to limit added sugars, you might want to enjoy it in moderation.

Perfect For

back-to-school
movie-night
road-trip

Vibe:

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$3.49
per package