Calories in 1/2 Cup of 2% Milk
1/2 cup of 2% milk (122 g) has 61 calories. That is 3% of a 2,000 calorie diet.
The calories come from 4.1 g of protein, 2.3 g of fat and 6 g of carbohydrates, a split of 27% protein, 34% fat and 39% carbs. For comparison, 1/4 cup of 2% milk has 31 and 3/4 cup of 2% milk has 92 calories. Burning 61 calories takes about 11 minutes of brisk walking or 5 minutes of running for a 155 lb adult, based on Harvard Health Publishing activity estimates.
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2% Milk: common questions
How many calories are in 1/2 cup of 2% milk?
1/2 cup of 2% milk weighs about 122 g and has 61 calories.
How much protein is in 1/2 cup of 2% milk?
1/2 cup of 2% milk has 4.1 g of protein, which is 8% of the 50 g Daily Value.
How many carbs are in 1/2 cup of 2% milk?
1/2 cup of 2% milk has 6 g of carbohydrates, including 0 g of fiber and 6 g of sugars.
How much 2% milk is 100 calories?
100 calories of 2% milk is 200 g, about 3/4 cup of 2% milk.
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Source: USDA FoodData Central, FNDDS 2021-2023. FDC ID 2705386. Original description: Milk, reduced fat (2%). Portion weights are USDA household measures.