Despite the rise in plant-based alternatives, it seems cow’s milk is still going strong, with plenty of people keeping a couple of pints on hand as a fridge staple.
Semi-skimmed is by far the most popular in the UK. On average, Brits slurp their way through more than 357 million litres of the stuff per year.
Full-fat milk remains the second favourite, despite people’s fear of the dreaded red labels, while skimmed milk sits at rock bottom. Who’s surprised?
Whether you savour a splash of milk in your tea, relish a nice bowl of cereal, indulge in a pint before bedtime, or use dairy to power up your protein shakes, many folks are opting for the green label.
But just how nutritionally dense is semi-skimmed milk? Let’s take a look at the macros.
Using Tesco’s semi-simmed 1.8% fat milk as an example, each 200ml serving provides 3.6g of fat (2.2g saturated), 9.6g of sugar, and 7.2g of protein.
As we all know, dairy products are rich in calcium, a key mineral for maintaining healthy bones and teeth. In that same-sized serving, you get 248mg of calcium, approximately one-third of the daily recommended intake.
While slightly high in sugar, semi-skimmed milk provides excellent nutrition for gym-goers.
Adding a few hundred millilitres to your protein powder will not only boost your macros but also provide a source of healthy essential fats. Grab the semi-skimmed milk on the Tesco website now.
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