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Source of protein and calcium, 1.5% fat
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 cup (medium) of 1.5% semi-skimmed UHT milk (200 g) has 94 calories. That works out to 47 calories per 100 g. It contains 9.6 g of carbs, 6.6 g of protein, 3 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its 0.9 µg of B12 covers 37% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 30 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 200 g
94
KCAL / 200G
Carbs
9.6g
· 3% DV
Protein
6.6g
· 13% DV
Fat
3g
· 4% DV
Fiber
0g
· 0% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 42% · Protein 29% · Fat 29%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 94 kcal | |
| Total fat | 3 g | 4% |
| Saturated fat | 1.92 g | 10% |
| Trans fat | 0.1 g | |
| Sodium | 86 mg | 4% |
| Total carbohydrate | 9.6 g | 3% |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Protein | 6.6 g | 13% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 cup (medium) | 200 g | 94 kcal |
| 1 teaspoon (mini) | 5 g | 2 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (small) | 15 g | 7 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 47 kcal |
| 1 cup (small) | 150 g | 71 kcal |
| 8 ounce (medium) | 237 g | 111 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 250 g | 118 kcal |
| 1 bottle (large) | 500 g | 235 kcal |
| 1 pack (whole) | 1000 g | 470 kcal |
Calculated from 47 calories per 100 g.
No, 1.5% semi-skimmed UHT milk does not need boiling before you drink it. It has already been heat-treated at a very high temperature and packed under sterile conditions, so unopened milk can be poured straight from the carton.
No, an unopened carton of 1.5% semi-skimmed UHT milk can be kept in a cool, dry cupboard away from sunlight. Refrigerate it as soon as you open the carton, and follow its storage instructions.
Once opened, 1.5% semi-skimmed UHT milk should stay refrigerated and be used within a few days. Follow the carton’s instructions, and discard the milk if it develops an off smell, an unusual taste, or lumps.
The main difference is the heat treatment and storage before opening. 1.5% semi-skimmed UHT milk receives a brief, very high-temperature treatment and can be stored unopened at room temperature; pasteurised milk must be refrigerated.
It can taste slightly different from refrigerated pasteurised milk. The intense heat treatment may give 1.5% semi-skimmed UHT milk a mildly cooked or sweeter flavour, though the difference is subtle and some people notice it more than others.
Yes, 1.5% semi-skimmed UHT milk works in sauces, pancakes, baking, and other recipes that call for milk. Use it in the same quantity as regular milk; its lower fat content may make a dish less rich than one made with whole milk.
Yes, you can freeze 1.5% semi-skimmed UHT milk, but it may separate or become grainy after thawing. Transfer it to a freezer-safe container with room for expansion, thaw it in the refrigerator, and shake it well before use.
Yes, 1.5% semi-skimmed UHT milk can be frothed for coffee, although its foam may be less creamy than foam made with whole milk. Use cold milk and a clean frother for a more even texture.
No, ordinary 1.5% semi-skimmed UHT milk contains lactose; the UHT process does not remove it. If you need to avoid lactose, choose milk specifically labelled lactose-free rather than assuming that UHT milk is suitable.
UHT treatment can slightly reduce some heat-sensitive vitamins, but 1.5% semi-skimmed UHT milk still provides protein and calcium. Reheating it at home is not needed for safety and does not make it nutritionally better.
Vitamins
B12
0.88µg · 37% DV
B2
0.36mg · 28% DV
B5
0.7mg · 14% DV
Biotin
4µg · 13% DV
Minerals
Phosphorus
190mg · 27% DV
Calcium
240mg · 24% DV
Iodine
32µg · 21% DV
Selenium
6µg · 11% DV
Potassium ⭐
300mg · 9% DV
Sodium
86mg · 4% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 94 calories in 1 cup (medium) (200 g):
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1.5% semi-skimmed UHT milk is cow’s milk with some of its fat removed, then heat-treated and sealed so it can keep unopened without refrigeration. It has a mild, familiar dairy flavour and a lighter body than whole milk, while still adding creaminess to drinks and cooking.
It works in coffee, tea, cereal and porridge, and can be used in sauces, soups and baking. Across many English-speaking households, it is an everyday fridge staple once opened; follow the pack’s storage instructions. It provides protein and calcium, with 1.5% fat, making it a useful choice if you prefer a less rich milk. Pair it with breakfast oats or use it wherever a recipe calls for milk.
High
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Medium
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
NOVA 3
Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
Contains these allergens:
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
✓ Suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
1.92g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.86g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.16g
Omega 6:3 ratio 1.7:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.