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May 11: Got Milks? Breaking Down the Differences
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May 11: Got Milks? Breaking Down the Differences

These days, consumers can choose from a wide array of different kinds of milk.

Danny Sheridan
May 11
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Reader survey

Which type of milk do you plan to purchase the next time you add one to your shopping cart?


Source: Catherine McCord (pp 248)
Published: December 2019

Got Milks? Breaking Down the Differences

These days, consumers can choose from a wide array of different kinds of milk. Here’s a breakdown of the pros and cons of six different types of milk.

Milk Type: Almond milk
Pros: Low in sodium; carb and sugar-free; lowest carbon footprint
Cons: Low in protein

Milk Type: Cow’s milk
Pros: High in protein, calcium, B12; the most nutritious option
Cons: High in saturated fat; highest carbon footprint

Milk Type: Oat milk
Pros: High in soluble fiber; good alternative for nut or soy allergies
Cons: Low in protein; high in fat

Milk Type: Coconut milk
Pros: Low in calories, flavorful, and creamy
Cons: No protein; high in saturated fat

Milk Type: Hemp milk
Pros: Creamy; rich in omega-3 fatty acids
Cons: High in fat

Milk Type: Rice milk
Pros: Most hypoallergenic; sweetest option
Cons: Low in protein and calcium


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Carlos Guzman
May 12Liked by Danny Sheridan

Soy milk’s absence is really odd in this table… curious as to why it wasn’t included!

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May 11Liked by Danny Sheridan

Pea milk is a popular alternative that’s higher in protein than most other alternatives milks.

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