Almond milk has recently become a popular alternative to normal
traditional dairy milk. It is a healthy drink that is low in glycemic
sugars, calories, and protein. Although it does not have as much protein
as cow's milk, most brand named almond milk has higher calcium content
and higher vitamins and minerals content. This includes high levels of
selenium, manganese, and vitamin E. In addition, it also provides a high
antioxidant and flavonoid content. Overall, almonds provide benefits to
cardiovascular health and are preventative of heart disease and cancer.
Seeing why people want to substitute normal milk for a nut made milk
isn't so tough now, is it?
On top of being a very healthy drink, almond milk is lactose and cholesterol free. This makes it a perfect switch for people who normally cannot consume regular milk for health reasons. After hearing about the benefits, most people are happy enough to jump on board and buy their very own carton of almond milk. Unfortunately, each brand offers a very different selection. Just like any other drink, if not more, almond milk comes in a variety of tastes and uses. Some brands taste better straight out of the bottle, while others are a lot more appropriate when used as a creamer in coffee or tea. Finding which is the smooth taste you're after for a drink and which is thick and creamy for your food can be a daunting task.
Almond milk brands don't often label what is the preferable use of their drink leaving it up entirely to the customer. Although this makes sense as everyone has a different opinion on what tastes the best to them, having a thicker consistency or added flavors is sometimes preferred when adding the milk to pancakes or in a cup of coffee. It also comes in many different flavors - but most popularly, chocolate and vanilla. Some brands also like to match and mix coconut, rice, and cashew flavors in as well.
On top of being a very healthy drink, almond milk is lactose and cholesterol free. This makes it a perfect switch for people who normally cannot consume regular milk for health reasons. After hearing about the benefits, most people are happy enough to jump on board and buy their very own carton of almond milk. Unfortunately, each brand offers a very different selection. Just like any other drink, if not more, almond milk comes in a variety of tastes and uses. Some brands taste better straight out of the bottle, while others are a lot more appropriate when used as a creamer in coffee or tea. Finding which is the smooth taste you're after for a drink and which is thick and creamy for your food can be a daunting task.
Almond milk brands don't often label what is the preferable use of their drink leaving it up entirely to the customer. Although this makes sense as everyone has a different opinion on what tastes the best to them, having a thicker consistency or added flavors is sometimes preferred when adding the milk to pancakes or in a cup of coffee. It also comes in many different flavors - but most popularly, chocolate and vanilla. Some brands also like to match and mix coconut, rice, and cashew flavors in as well.
