Best Recommended Low-Fat Milk

Farm Fresh range of dairies is all proudly product of Malaysia, where most of their production took place in southern Peninsular Malaysia. Every product sets itself apart from the competition by being packaged in a capped bottle that is different than most milk carton design. With no preservatives and no added sugar, it is truly as it was marketed, skinny low fat milk that would aid in dieting. One sip of this milk would make one think of freshly squeezed cow’s milk, which also resulted in quite a strong milky smell. Nonetheless, it retains its very milky and creamy taste, good for anyone all around.

Packed with vitamin D, proteins, and calcium, Goodday low-fat milk is a Malaysian favourite when it comes to local dairy products. It has been gracing homes of the locals for the past decade or two, and continues to do so till today. It is light on the palate, yet at the same time is still rich tasting although a little less thick in texture. The brand has recently been repackaged into an even more promising product. Nonetheless, no matter the appearance of its branding, it will a convenient choice for everyone. 

One of the most popular brands in the country, Dutch Lady has a long line of history that dated back to the 1950s. A pioneer of Ultra-High Temperature (UHT) milk in Malaysia, it is just one of the many great feats of Dutch Lady as a dairy-focused company. Their version of Low Fat High Calcium milk has quite a creamy feel and thus a less watery texture. It is full of essential nutrients needed in daily life, with particularly high level of Vitamin D3. The taste of the milk is balanced, something that could be enjoyed by all ages. Simply two glasses of Dutch Lady Low Fat a day would nourish the body without having to worry about unnecessary weight gain!

PURA is an Australian brand that has been producing assortments of milk since 1935. For those who love drinking milk that tastes as original as can be, PURA Low Fat Milk can be a good selection. PURA Low Fat Australian Milk offers important nutrients that your body needs including protein which aids in tissue building and growth, and not forgetting calcium which helps build strong bones and teeth. Flavour-wise, this yellow-coloured carton milk has a less creamy palate. This milk has been pasteurised and homogenised in order to maintain its quality to provide only the best for their consumers. 

The first thing to note of the low-fat milk from Marigold is the packaging. The packaging manages a good balance of being both light-hearted and informative. The smiling cow on the front of the package eases the consumer into making the purchase and the snippets of nutritional information also help to educate the consumer without overwhelming them with too many details. This low-fat milk from Marigold ensures freshness as Ultra Heat Treatment (UHT) is used to process the milk. As far as taste goes, the milk is noticeably sweet while being sufficiently creamy. Fortunately, the richness of the milk is not too overwhelming to the point where it could be a cause for concern. Overall, Marigold has done a great job at manufacturing a nice glass of low-fat milk.

The low-fat milk from Magnolia has a slightly more colourful packaging than other milk brands out there. This is based on the red coloured screw cap and yellow graphic on the front, on top of the conventional blue and white pairing that is often found on most milk carton packagings. The packaging also has a concise amount of nutritional information that does not overwhelm the consumer and interrupt the visuals of the packaging. Once the milk is poured, the first thing that registers is the sweet aroma of the milk, which is pleasant and entices consumers. When the first sip is had, the sweetness of the milk is apparent, but not overwhelming. It complements the creaminess well to create a nice glass of low-fat milk.

Originated from Australia, this organic dairy low fat milk is one every organic consumer would want to try. Living Planet believes in making a better, healthier world for everyone. Thus, they are committed in producing chemical-free and natural products. Considering the fact their milk is made out of 100% certified organic ingredients, they do also make a conscious effort in staying away from the usage of pesticides, genetically modified organisms (GMOs), hormones, or any other harmful chemicals. When it comes to the flavour, it has a strong natural taste to it, but at the same time it tastes quite bland.  But hey, what do you expect from an organic product, right?

As full cream milk is good for children in order to enhance their growth and build strong bones, low-fat milk is more preferable for adults because they want to avoid the intake of fats. Especially when it comes to women, they tend to be picky. With that said, Nestlé Low-fat Milk would be the perfect choice for these consumers. Its sweet taste is perfect for snacking, baking, cooking, and so much more. This milk consists of 3.8 gram of fat in each glass. What’s interesting is that soy lecithin is among the ingredients listed in the milk. Some say it’s good for cholesterol reduction. It helps in reducing LDL, or the “bad” cholesterol, without plummeting HDL, also known as the “good” cholesterol. That’s interesting! 

Farmhouse Omega Low Fat milk is a pleasant surprise. Coming from one of the world’s biggest beverage brand, F&N, it is one of the few milk varieties with added Omega 3 that is for general consumption without a specific target group. Advertised as rich with DHA and EPA, high in Folic Acid, and a source of Vitamin E, one can expect to have more than just Omega 3 in their dairy diet. The milk itself is a bit watery, but with a creamier taste compared to the brand’s Low Fat Hi-Cal milk. With a sweet aftertaste, a glass of Farmhouse Omega would start your day with the benefit of some much needed additional nutrients.

The packaging for the low-fat milk of New Zealand's Country Goodness is pretty much what you would expect from most milk cartons with a blue and white colour scheme. The slight difference in this regard is that more of the white shade is used compared to the blue. The other thing to note of about the front of the packaging is the fact that it is not crowded by things such as nutritional information, etc. The only thing that occupies the front of the carton is an acknowledgement stating the product is from New Zealand. When it is poured out of the carton, the sweet aroma is very apparent. Upon the first sip, it has a fairly mild flavour. For low-fat milk, it is very creamy and substantially rich; a welcome surprise coming from low-fat milk. In short, the mild flavour and creaminess of the low-fat milk from Country Goodness make for a great glass of milk.

Consuming pure milk can be such a guilty pressure, but the calories that comes with it can be a big turn off. Meadow Fresh produced various ranges of milk targeting different needs of their consumers. The New Zealand Pure Milk Low Fat is made of 100% pure fresh milk, but is 98.5% fat free. It is refreshingly creamy in taste with half the fat of full cream milk.  It has a strong sweet scent and sweet flavours to it. Hence, it is perfect to drink it on its own. With no preservatives or additives, healthy living folks out there can finally take a sigh of relief. This milk is recommended for people who want to enjoy full cream milk without consuming the extra calories.

With a hint of your favourite vanilla flavour which has been lightly fused in, two glasses of Farmhouse low-fat milk per day is enough to get your day going. The source of this Australian-made pasteurised and homogenised milk is originally from Australian cows - giving the freshest taste, yet creamily thicken dairy to intensify your daily dose of calcium. Packed in a green-coloured carton, it can be spotted within a few steps away from the chiller, impossible to be missed whenever you are around it for some groceries stock up! 

Harvey Fresh is an Australian food product chain that includes a line of dairy milk. Synonymous with the brand logo, the packaging of each Harvey Fresh milk products is done with a vintage feel to it that comes with the colouring and design. This low fat version has less than 2% fat of free range milk. It has a runny appearance, but the dairy cow milk taste is there - giving it an aftertaste, but only slightly so. The taste of the milk itself is light, with just a hint of sweetness. Compared to others, this milk gives out more of a healthier feel because of its texture and taste; great for direct consumption in the morning or before going to bed. 

Unlike any other low-fat milk, Pauls’ lait demi-ecreme, or low-fat milk, gives off a different taste with its enrich creaminess-yet-watery infused in its ingredient. Skimmed milk and whole milk are what makes up the whole carton; it definitely is the epitome of a diet-friendly beverage with 1.3% fat which is 38% of the fat content of regular whole milk at 3.4% fat. Do opt for Pauls’ if you are looking for a light soy-flavour hinting as the aftertaste after drinking a sip of two. This Australian product is packaged in a light-blue carton with white base parading the pureness it carries.