Comparing Milks: Almond, Dairy, Soy, Rice, and Coconut

[Filip Roxana]

 

Milk and milk alternatives contain varying amounts of calories and nutrients like protein and fat. Cow’s milk and soy milk typically contain the most protein.

Not too long ago, the only thing you could expect to drown your cereal in was whole cow’s milk. Now, cow’s milk comes in all sorts of varieties: whole milk, 2 percent, 1 percent, skim (fat-free), and even lactose-free milk.

For people with dietary or allergy concerns, there are also alternatives to cow’s milk. Almond, soy, rice, and coconut “milk” are popular plant-based milk alternatives. They’re becoming even more available in stores across the United States.

There are other cow’s milk alternatives like goat milk or oat milk that may be another good choice for some people.

Each type of milk has its advantages and disadvantages, depending on a person’s diet, health, nutritional needs, or personal taste preferences.

For example, some people may be intolerant to dairy milk and may need to choose a plant-based alternative.

Alternatively, those who may need to boost their calorie and nutrient intake may opt for whole milk, which is a concentrated source of protein, fat, and calories.

However, milks such as whole dairy milk and full fat coconut milk are rich in fat and calories, which should be taken into account if you’re looking for a lower calorie beverage. Whole cow’s milk contains more calories and saturated fat than any other milk, aside from goat’s milk.

Look at the differences in these popular types of milks to determine which best suits your needs. With all varieties, choose the unsweetened versions. Milk and milk alternatives can double their amount of sugar if they’re sweetened with added sugars.

 

https://www.healthline.com/health/milk-almond-cow-soy-rice#Milk-and-milk-alternatives

 

 

[Pristavu Mircea-Cosmin]

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