Drink Lowfat Milk
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What it is
Lowfat milk is cow's milk with most of the butterfat removed. It typically contains 1% or 0.5% milkfat. The process involves separating the cream from the milk and then adding a portion of the cream back to achieve the desired fat content.
Why it's used
Lowfat milk is commonly consumed as a beverage and used as an ingredient in a wide variety of food products. It provides a creamy texture and a source of protein and calcium in items like yogurt, cheese, ice cream, and baked goods.
Health notes
Lowfat milk is a source of essential nutrients like calcium and vitamin D, which are important for bone health. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) recognizes milk as a major food allergen. Regulatory bodies like the Joint FAO/WHO Expert Committee on Food Additives (JECFA) and the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) have evaluated milk and its components. Evidence suggests that adequate calcium and vitamin D intake supports bone health, while excessive saturated fat intake may be linked to cardiovascular concerns, though lowfat milk is lower in saturated fat than whole milk.
Allergen info
Milk is one of the nine major food allergens identified by the FDA. It is derived from cows.