The term "whole milk" actually refers to milk in its most unadulterated form — and in addition to the fat found in milk, the main component (about 87 percent) is water. You'll also find vitamins, minerals, sugars like lactose and proteins like caseins and whey proteins. Although it has been processed and homogenized, whole milk is still close to what the cow produced.

Whole milk has the rich, creamy taste you and your family love, with tons of nutrients and just 8 grams of fat per 8-ounce glass. It is a great low-calorie drink packed with protein. And you’ll get 25% of your daily vitamin D and 30% of your daily calcium! There are so many benefits of whole milk, and it has even been found to lower rates of obesity, heart disease and diabetes. At just 150 calories per serving, drinking whole milk is an easy way to fit more nutrition into your day.