Milk, whole, pasteurised, average

Whole pasteurised milk is milk that has been heat-treated to reduce harmful bacteria and retains its full fat content. These figures describe average standardised whole milk. It provides protein, fat and carbohydrate, mainly as the milk sugar lactose, as well as calcium and other vitamins and minerals. Per 100g, it contains 3.4g of protein, 3.6g of fat, 2.3g of saturated fat and 120mg of calcium.

Calcium helps maintain bones and teeth, while protein supports the growth and repair of body tissues. Milk also provides iodine and vitamin B12, which support thyroid function and normal nerve function respectively. Its saturated fat content is worth noting for people monitoring their intake. Full nutritional figures are provided in the tables below.