TIP OF THE DAY: Healthy Milk Alternatives
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Cows need not apply: Soy milk is made from |
Americans have been embracing dairy milk alternatives for a variety of reasons. Almond, hemp, oat, rice and soy milks are cholesterol-free, lactose-free, parve kosher, sustainable and vegan. They are low carb, low calorie, low fat and most are a good source of protein and fiber. They also require no refrigeration until the container is opened.
Milk alternatives can be substituted for dairy milk in any situation: from drinking a glassful to lightening coffee and tea to baking to pouring over cereal, to sauces and soups. They are available in plain, sweetened and flavored varieties, and can be fortified with vitamins and nutrients. All of the alternatives have the creamy texture of dairy milk; each has different nutritional benefits. But the key is what tastes best to you. When a plain variety has a subtle flavor, such as the nuttiness of almond milk, that nuance is often covered up in the flavored/sweetened varieties. |
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There have been issues with consuming large quantities of soy milk, including the amount of phytoestrogens which can block estrogen. Check with your healthcare professional before using more than a few ounces a day. |
Granola with Blue Diamond Almond Breeze almond milk. Photo courtesy Blue Diamond. |
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As an old commercial advised: “Try it, you’ll like it!”
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