
Written By: Sofia Layarda, MPH
Title: Master of Public Health
Alumni: University of California, Berkeley
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Despite the proliferation of fortified non-dairy milks on the market today, cow’s milk remains a significant source of calcium and Vitamins A and D for many. Here we take a look at low-fat (1%) milk, both the plain and chocolate versions.
Plain Milk, Low-Fat | Chocolate Milk, Low-Fat | |
Serving Size: | 1 cup | 1 cup |
Calories: | 102 kcal | 158 kcal |
Fat: | 2.4 g | 2.5 g |
Saturated Fat: | 1.5 g | 1.5 g |
Protein: | 8.2 g | 8.1 g |
Total Carbohydrates: | 12.2 g | 26.1 g |
Sodium: | 107 mg | 152 mg |
Vitamin A: | 10% DV | 10% DV |
Vitamin D: | 30% DV | 27% DV |
Calcium: | 31% DV | 29% DV |
Picking plain milk over chocolate milk avoids the added sugar and additives, such as artificial coloring or emulsifiers like carrageenan. However, milk as a beverage choice, whether plain or chocolate, is still better than soda. If you have a child who refuses to drink plain milk, chocolate milk can easily be made at home with cocoa powder and less sugar than the store-bought version. To make a hot chocolate drink, try adding one tablespoon of cocoa powder and one to two teaspoons of sugar to a glass of warm milk.
Alumni: University of California, Berkeley – Sofia believes in bringing back fun and pleasure into everyday eating. She loves cooking, and is constantly experimenting with ingredients, creating recipes and trying them out on family and friends. Her latest interest lies in finding realistic and practical ways of environmentally-friendly food/eating habits.
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