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Side-by-Side Comparison Dairy & Plant-Based Milks

Kefir (Plain Whole Milk) vs. Skim Cow's Milk (Fat-Free)

Comparing 2 standards across 9 specifications. 9 key differences identified.

Comparing:
Kefir (Plain Whole Milk)
Skim Cow's Milk (Fat-Free)

Kefir is a tart, effervescent cultured milk fermented with symbiotic colonies of bacteria and yeast (SCOBY kefir grains). Per 100ml, it provides 64 kcal, 3.50g protein, 3.50g fat, 4.4g carbohydrates, and over 30 distinct probiotic strains.

View full Kefir (Plain Whole Milk) spec sheet →

Skim milk has virtually all milkfat centrifuged out (<0.2%). Per 100ml, it delivers 35 kcal, 3.40g protein, 0.18g fat, 4.96g lactose carbohydrate, and 122mg calcium.

View full Skim Cow's Milk (Fat-Free) spec sheet →

Specification Comparison Table

9 Parameters
Parameter / Spec
Energy / Calories
64 kcal / 100ml 35 kcal / 100ml
Protein
3.50 g 3.40 g
Total Fat
3.50 g 0.18 g
Saturated Fat
2.10 g 0.10 g
Carbohydrates / Lactose
4.40 g 4.96 g
Calcium
120 mg 122 mg
Potassium
150 mg 156 mg
Lactose Content
2.20 (Largely pre-digested by cultures) g 4.96 g
Curdling / Scalding Temp
N/A (Cultured liquid) 82°C (180°F)