5 better alternatives to cow milk
No more giving up milk if you are turning vegan. There are many alternatives that aren’t just cost-effective, but are more nutritious than regular cow and buffalo milk.
Almond milk: Do you want to boost your brain muscle? Want glowing skin and luscious hair? And also want loads of protein? Well then, opt for almond milk, without a doubt. Plus, forthose of you who are always looking for a drink option that will energize you superfast, it’s time you shake hands with almond milk. But if you really want all the benefits of almond milk, go for the unsweetened version because that will have fewer calories and more nutritional value. Image courtesy: Shutterstock
Cashew milk: Most of us are deficient in vitamin D, which is needed for better absorption of various other nutrients in our body. And the only major source of vitamin D is the sun.But today we want you to introduce us to another source of vitamin D and that’s cashew milk. The consistency of this milk is a little on the creamier side. It is yum to drink too! Image courtesy: Shutterstock
Coconut milk: If you want nourishment of good fats, you must opt for coconut milk. Coconut milk has fewer calories than cow or buffalo milk and keeps you full for longer. As we allknow that coconut is great for hair and skin, that’s another feather to this milk’s hat. So, if you are vegan and looking for a milk option that fills you in with some good fats, coconut milk is a total win. Image courtesy: Shutterstock
Oats milk: Apart from vegans, people who are dealing with the problem of cholesterol can drink soy milk. The thing is that oats milk contains beta-glucan which restrains the absorption of bad cholesterol in the body. And do you know why it is important? That’s because this process will help in preventing heart diseases. So, if your family has a history of heart diseases, add soy milk earlier in your life to reduce the risk of heart problems. Image courtesy: Shutterstock
Soy milk: All vegans who are fitness freaks, listen up! Soy milk is your poison. Come, first check out how nutritious soy milk is. Did you know that around 250 ml of soy milk has 4grams of carbs and good fats and almost 7 grams of protein? If you are in a transformation mode, protein is a must. Another thing is that it is cholesterol-free and a perfect fit for kids. Image courtesy: Shutterstock