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Farmland Lowfat Buttermilk
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Farmland Lowfat Buttermilk

Farmland
32 foz
Available at Foodtown
120
Calories
8g
Protein
12g
Sugars
130mg
Sodium
5
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Farmland Lowfat Buttermilk (32 fl oz) sits in the refrigerated dairy aisle alongside cartons of milk, cultured yogurts, sour cream and specialty milk alternatives, often shelved near baking staples like cream and egg substitutes. Shoppers will spot the familiar Farmland logo signaling a mainstream, value-minded dairy brand aimed at families and home cooks who want reliable pantry basics rather than artisanal or organic claims. This lowfat buttermilk is marketed as a practical, everyday ingredient: “lowfat,” “cultured,” and “pasteurized” are the dominant cues on the label, with no organic certification or child-focused characters — a straightforward product that leans into home cooking rather than health fads. Processing is minimal: it’s pasteurized and cultured milk, not an imitated or heavily altered dairy product. Sensory first impressions are tangy and slightly acidic with a thin-to-medium creamy texture compared with whole buttermilk; it pours from a 32-ounce carton or jug with a screw cap and is commonly measured into batters, dressings and marinades. Rituals around this product are domestic and culinary: early-morning pancake batter whisking, whipping up tangy coleslaw dressing for a backyard meal, or marinating chicken for frying are typical moments. The label’s “lowfat” health halo can make it feel like a lighter choice for calorie-conscious cooks, while the cultured claim evokes traditional buttermilk’s farmhouse roots. In American grocery culture this is a utilitarian staple — unflashy, versatile, and familiar — bridging baking, savory cooking and brunch routines without premium pricing or niche specialty positioning.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1 cup
Servings per Container: 4
Calories120
% Daily Value*
Total Fat3.5g4%
Saturated Fat2.5g13%
Cholesterol15mg5%
Sodium130mg6%
Total Carbohydrate13g5%
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

Cultured, Pasteurized, Reduced, Fat, Milk..

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 a single ingredient of cultured pasteurized reduced-fat milk and only undergoes standard pasteurization and culturing, so it is classified as an unprocessed/minimally processed food (NOVA 1).

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Common Questions about Farmland Lowfat Buttermilk

Well, 'healthy' can be a bit subjective, right? Farmland Lowfat Buttermilk packs a decent punch with 8 grams of protein per cup and only 120 calories. It's a great option if you're looking for something lower in fat compared to regular buttermilk, but remember, it's all about balance and what fits into your overall diet.

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