Almond Milk Vs Cow Milk

Almond Milk Vs Cow Milk

 

Have you read any articles or articles about the benefits of plant-based food recently? Plant-based diets have grown in popularity, as well as dairy-free foods, too. And while these foods are different, they have one major drawback: non-dairy milk! For many, milk is the mainstay of our diet, and it is hard to imagine a complete cut. After all, for some - we have been drinking since birth! The good news is that people who are trying to reduce dairy products, whether for personal or digestive reasons, do not have to miss milk, due to the wide and growing variety of non-dairy milk. Cow’s milk options like soy milk, rice milk, oat milk, hazelnut milk, coconut milk, hemp milk and more all grow in popularity - it’s hard to predict what one will do with milk next!

 

Once you have started exploring almond milk or other plant-based milk, you know that there are also yoghurt, smoothie, cheese and other dairy products on the market today. While this is very exciting, especially for a lactose intolerant crowd, we have chosen to focus on plant-based milk in this article.

Comparison of Milk

One cup of serving almond milk contains anywhere from 30 to 90 calories, 1 gram of protein, and 45% of your daily calcium intake (depending on product type and taste). Sugar-free almond milk contains only one gram of carbohydrates, however, sweet varieties such as chocolate or vanilla contain more. In contrast, one serving of cow's milk contains 90 to 150 calories (calories vary from scheme to whole milk), 9 grams of protein, 12 grams of carbohydrates and 30% of your total -C daily calcium. Keep in mind that we are primarily looking at unpopular almond milk and unsweetened cow's milk here. We will deal with the difference between different amounts of fat in cow's milk, but we consider almond milk to be all sugar-free. While there are some obvious benefits to almond milk, when calories are depleted, cow's milk is the true winner in the protein category. Now, let's take a look at the pros and cons of each type of milk - they go beyond the food label.

 

Benefits of Almond Milk

Almond milk has fewer calories than cow's milk (as long as you buy sugar-free varieties. Read the box carefully, as vanilla almond milk varieties can also be digested). It also has less fat than whole milk, but only milk - the fat content of almond milk is about two percent, and higher than skim or one percent. One thing to note is that almond milk is healthier than cow's milk because it is softer. Studies suggest that limiting fat intake is a good practice for those with diabetes. Studies have shown a link between heart disease and saturated fat, so one of the benefits of almond milk is that you get your fat from a healthy source. It also has a high nutrient profile, and contains a lot of potassium, vitamin A, vitamin D, vitamin E, magnesium and calcium. Lastly, almond milk is a vegan, vegetable, and is a good choice for consumers with lactose intolerance. (We also think it's great for your morning coffee!)

 

Cons of Almond Milk

Almond milk is often more expensive than cow's milk. And if you are a consumer who cares about the environment, and knows the budget, it is one of the most powerful plants in the United States today. (Interesting fact: California grows the majority of almonds in the United States!) Processed almond milk can contain additives used by manufacturers to improve flavor and texture, such as sugars and emulsifiers. For example, carrageenan, an ingredient widely used for firmness and stability, was linked to harmful intestinal effects in the study study. Make sure you read the ingredients while you are in the market!

 

The worst thing for bakers is that almond milk and other dairy products can behave differently from cow's milk in recipes, due to the different combinations of fats, carbs and proteins. At times when you only bake almond milk in hand, check cooking utensils before you start.

 

Benefits of Cow Milk

Another great advantage is that cow's milk contains almond milk because cow's milk contains a lot of protein. Cow's milk also contains a lot of carbohydrates. However, high-fat milk varies, depending on whether you drink skim (fat-free) milk or whole milk (more fat than almond milk).

 

The great health benefit of cow's milk is that it contains complete protein, because it is an animal product, and it contains many important nutrients such as B-vitamins, too. And while almond milk contains a lot of calcium, milk is still a good source of it. Lastly, unlike almond milk, cow's milk does not usually contain additional ingredients (unless you are buying chocolate milk from your children, or your own adult).

 

Cons of Cow Milk

If you drink 2 percent or whole milk, it is important to remember that high levels of saturated fat and cholesterol can increase the risk of heart attack. The best way to enjoy cow's milk is to drink one percent or skim. Other things to keep in mind are that lactose intolerance and food intolerance are associated with drinking cow's milk, and that it can interfere with iron absorption, especially in infants and toddlers.

 

Also, for the consumer who cares about the environment, dairy milk uses about ten times the amount of land as almond milk (this is true of land use for all plant-based milk; milk uses the longest soil). It also uses more water than almond milk, but almond milk is one of the most powerful plants in the world.