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1% Vs. 2% Milk

Published Jul,08 2011 | By Shannon George

Both 1 percent and 2 percent milk are good sources of nutrients, including protein, calcium, vitamin D and others. However, because of its higher saturated fat content, 2 percent milk is a less-healthy beverage choice than 1 percent milk for people over the age of 2.