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Organic Valley Whole Milk
Dairy
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Organic Valley Whole Milk

Organic Valley
64 foz
Available at Foodtown
150
Calories
8g
Protein
11g
Sugars
120mg
Sodium
6
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Organic Valley Organic Whole Milk is a familiar dairy staple found in the refrigerated dairy aisle, usually on middle shelves near other milks, creamers, yogurt cartons, and specialty organic dairy products. In many stores it sits by local and organic brands, often next to butter and cream for shoppers assembling breakfast or baking ingredients. This milk fits everyday occasions — from morning cereal and coffee to weekend brunches, baking for holidays, and blending into smoothies or protein shakes after a workout. The brand positions itself as pastoral and family-farm driven: pastoral imagery, mentions of small farms and cows on lush pastures, and an emphasis on organic certification target health-conscious, environmentally minded consumers and parents seeking perceived better-quality ingredients. Label characteristics include organic certification marks, simple ingredient listing, and language that creates a health halo like "organic" and "Grade A," with modest vitamin D fortification noted; there is no flashy kid-targeted branding, but the product still reads wholesome and family-friendly. Processing context is straightforward and plain language: this is minimally processed milk that is pasteurized (and typically homogenized) for safety and shelf-stability, with vitamin D added. Sensory details: the milk pours with a rich, creamy texture and a slightly sweet fresh dairy flavor and has the familiar mouthfeel of whole milk; it is sold in a 64 floz carton that pours easily and lives in the daily ritual of coffee, cereal, baking, and stovetop sauces. For many American shoppers it represents a trusted, comforting everyday ingredient that balances taste, nutrition, and an organic provenance.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1 cup
Servings per Container: 8
Calories150
% Daily Value*
Total Fat8g10%
Saturated Fat5g25%
Cholesterol30mg10%
Sodium120mg5%
Total Carbohydrate12g4%
Total Sugars11g
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

Organic, Grade, A, Milk,, Vitamin, D3..

Dietary Labels

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

Ultra-Processing Assessment

NOVA Score:1 / 4

Minimally Processed

Why this score?

Contains only organic milk and added vitamin D and undergoes basic food-safety processing like pasteurization, so it is classified as an unprocessed/minimally processed food under NOVA.

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Common Questions about Organic Valley Whole Milk

Absolutely, Organic Valley Whole Milk is a solid option for those looking for a nutritious dairy choice! With 8 grams of protein and 280 mg of calcium per cup, it supports bone health and provides energy. Just remember, 'healthy' can mean different things for different diets — so if you’re lactose intolerant or vegan, this might not fit your needs.

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