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Core Power Yup! Milk Strawberry
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Core Power Yup! Milk Strawberry

fairlife
14 foz
Available at Foodtown
250
Calories
23g
Protein
21g
Sugars
260mg
Sodium
29
Ingredients

What You Should Know

fairlife Core Power Yup! Milk Strawberry is a 14 fl oz sip-sized, plastic-bottled ultra-filtered milk drink positioned where refrigerated protein drinks and flavored milks congregate — think dairy aisle next to protein shakes, single-serve yogurts, and sports recovery beverages. It reads like a hybrid between a flavored milk and a ready-to-drink protein shake: creamy and slightly thick, cold and smooth on the palate, with a clearly sweet strawberry note and the faintly processed background of stabilizers. You’ll see shoppers grab it during rushed mornings, post-gym runs, or when packing a lunchbox for a busy day. Brand messaging leans into functional nutrition — “50% less sugar, 50% more protein, lactose-free” — tapping fitness-minded adults, busy parents, and anyone seeking a convenient protein boost. The label leans on wholesome language (“real cow’s milk,” “wholesome simplicity”) and nutrient claims, while also noting no artificial growth hormones; it is not organic and uses “natural flavor” alongside added vitamins and sweeteners. Packaging is bright and modern, easy to drink on the go, and often associated with active routines: gym bags, office fridges, and breakfast counters. Processing context: the product is ultra-filtered and contains added stabilizers, sweeteners, and vitamins — a highly processed, shelf-stable refrigerated product compared to plain milk. Rituals include chugging it after a workout, sipping as a quick breakfast with a granola bar, or as an indulgent substitute for milk in cereal. Its overall story in American grocery culture is premium convenience — familiar dairy comfort, repackaged for performance and portability.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1
Servings per Container: 1
Calories250
% Daily Value*
Total Fat8g10%
Saturated Fat4.5g23%
Cholesterol30mg10%
Sodium260mg11%
Total Carbohydrate21g8%
Total Sugars21g
Added Sugars10g20%
Protein23g
* 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, Ultra-Filtered, Milk,, Cane, Sugar,, Natural, Flavor,, Cellulose, Gel,, Cellulose, Gum,, Latase, Enzyme,, Acesulfame,, Potassum,, Sucralose,, Sea, Salt,, Tomato, Lycopene, Extract, (Color),, Carrageenan,, Vitamin, D3,, Vitamin, A,, Palmtate..

Flagged Ingredients:

  • Tomato Lycopene Extract (Color) - Artificial coloring
No Additive

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?

Contains numerous industrial ingredients (cellulose gums, carrageenan, artificial sweeteners, added vitamins, natural flavor) and is ultra-filtered and reformulated, fitting the NOVA definition of an ultra-processed food.

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Common Questions about Core Power Yup! Milk Strawberry

The definition of 'healthy' can really depend on your goals! With 23 grams of protein and a good dose of calcium and vitamin D, it can be a solid post-workout option. However, it also has 21 grams of sugar, including 10 grams of added sugars, so if you're watching your sugar intake, it might not be the best fit.

Perfect For

post-workout
back-to-school
weekend-brunch

Vibe:

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