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LACTAID® Protein Milk

Get the protein your body needs with great taste and no discomfort!

Strawberry milkshake with free weight and carton of Lactaid Protein Milk

Why LACTAID® Protein Milk?

If you’re trying to eat healthier by increasing your protein that’s easy to digest, try LACTAID® Protein Milk—real milk fortified with ultra-filtered skim milk, so it contains 13g of protein per serving. Like your favorite LACTAID® products, it’s lactose-free so it won’t cause discomfort. Grab a glass as a quick snack or add it to recipes for an extra boost of protein.

The Benefits of Protein

Protein is an essential nutrient and building block of the human body. If you’re looking to add protein to your diet, LACTAID® Protein Milk makes it easy, even if you’re lactose-intolerant or sensitive to lactose.

Bowl of cereal with Lactaid milk and fruit

Start your day strong with wholesome oats and LACTAID® Protein Milk.

Chocolate and strawberry milkshakes

Boost your shakes and smoothies with LACTAID® Protein Milk.

Cup of coffee with Lactaid milk

Power through the day with LACTAID® Protein Milk in your coffee.

Learn About LACTAID® Lactose-Free Protein Milk

LACTAID® is real dairy milk, just without the lactose! What is lactose you may ask? Well, lactose is the main sugar in milk1. Up to two-thirds of people in the world can experience discomfort from dairy2.* With a lactose-free milk like LACTAID®, you too can enjoy the creaminess and deliciousness of real milk!

Find out more about what lactose is and how lactose-free milk products like LACTAID® are made.

*Refers to 68% of population with lactose malabsorption

The process behind Lactose Free Milk

The Benefits of Milk, Without the Discomfort

With LACTAID®, it’s never been easier or tastier to get your nutrients. LACTAID® real dairy milk is an excellent source of proteins and essential nutrients. Did you know milk is high in calcium and phosphorus and contains potassium? It’s also a good source of water-soluble B vitamins like riboflavin and B12, and fat-soluble vitamins like A3! Plus, LACTAID® real dairy milk has more protein than almond milk and more calcium and vitamin A than soy milk and rice milk4. LACTAID® milk contains a great balance of nutrients for you and your family!

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Excellent Source of Protein
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Excellent Source of Calcium
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Vitamin D
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Ultra Pasteurized
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Gluten Free
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Produced without rBST†
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Lactose-Free

†No significant difference has been shown between milk derived from rBST treated and non rBST treated cows.

Compare LACTAID® With Conventional Milk

Conventional
2% Milk

LACTAID®
Protein Whole Milk

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Protein 2% Milk

LACTAID®
2% Milk

LACTAID®
Lowfat 1% Milk

LACTAID®
Fat-Free Milk

LACTAID®
Whole Milk

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Calcium-Enriched
Fat Free Milk

LACTAID®
Calcium-Enriched
2% Milk

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Comparison chart of Lactaid whole milk highlighting its protein content versus regular milk, showcasing nutritional benefits for lactose-intolerant individuals.
Comparison chart of Lactaid whole milk highlighting its protein content versus regular milk, showcasing nutritional benefits for lactose-intolerant individuals.
Comparison chart of Lactaid whole milk highlighting its protein content versus regular milk, showcasing nutritional benefits for lactose-intolerant individuals.
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Lactose-Free: No

Yes

Yes

Yes

Yes

Yes

Yes

Yes

Yes

Serving Size: 1 Cup

1 Cup

1 Cup

1 Cup

1 Cup

1 Cup

1 Cup

1 Cup

1 Cup

Calories: 130

180

150

130

110

90

160

90

130

Total Fat: 5g

9g

5g

5g

2.5g

0g

8g

0g

5g

Total Sugars: 12g

11g

11g

12g

12g

12g

12g

12g

12g

Added Sugars: 0g

0g

0g

0g

0g

0g

0g

0g

0g

Protein: 8g

13g

13g

8g

8g

8g

8g

8g

8g

Calcium: 300mg

430mg

430mg

300mg

300mg

310mg

300mg

500mg

500mg

Vitamin A: 150mcg

90mcg

150mcg

150mcg

150mcg

150mcg

90mcg

150mcg

150mcg

Vitamin D: 2.5mcg

2.5mcg

2.5mcg

2.5mcg

2.5mcg

2.5mcg

2.5mcg

2.5mcg

2.5mcg

Give Any Recipe a Boost of Protein

LACTAID® Protein Milk tastes delicious, just like regular LACTAID® Milk—check out some of the recipes you can use it in or explore our recipe hub for more lactose-free recipes you can make using LACTAID® products. See our simple conversion chart to help you swap traditional dairy products for LACTAID® products. We have ingredient substitutions for buttermilk, milk, evaporated milk, and more so you can make your favorite recipes lactose-free!

References

  1. National Center for Biotechnology Information. PubChem Compound Summary for CID 440995, Lactobiose. https://pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/compound/Lactobiose. Accessed Apr. 20, 2022.

  2. National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases. (2018, February). Definition & Facts for Lactose Intolerance. National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases. Retrieved from https://www.niddk.nih.gov/health-information/digestive-diseases/lactose-intolerance/definition-facts

  3. Marangoni F, Pellegrino L, Verduci E et al. Cow’s Milk Consumption and Health: A Health Professional’s Guide. J Am Coll Nutr. 2018;38(3):197-208. doi:10.1080/07315724.2018.1491016

  4. Vanga S, Raghavan V. How well do plant based alternatives fare nutritionally compared to cow’s milk?. J Food Sci Technol. 2017;55(1):10-20. doi:10.1007/s13197-017-2915-y