Being told to cut out dairy can be overwhelming when you're not sure what to replace it with so here is a breakdown of some of the options you can choose when making the switch.
Hemp Milk:
+ high in protein
+ good nutrient profile
+ environmentally sustainable
- harder to find
+/- nutty/earthy taste
- can be expensive ($7 per bottle)
Almond Milk:
+ small protein content
- not great for the environment
- often has a lot of thickeners and additives
- can be inflammatory for people with nut sensitivities or who are autoimmune
+ tastes quite mild
+ affordable price ($4 per bottle)
Rice Milk:
+ generally a safe milk for allergies
- low protein and fats
+ environmentally sustainable
- has often got a lot of additives
+/- tastes quite sweet
+ affordable price ($2 per bottle)
Coconut Milk:
- low protein
+ high in healthy saturated fats (but you do not want to over-consume)
- canned options often have BPA (toxin) lining
+ taste is mild-sweet
+ affordable price ($2 per bottle)
Oat Milk:
- low protein
+/- no fat content
- not recommended for anyone with gluten sensitivity
+/- oaty taste
+/- mid-range price ($5 per bottle)
Soy Milk:
+ good protein content
- not suggested for anyone with hormonal imbalances
- often has a lot of additives and thickeners
- most soy beans are genetically modified
- very unsustainable environmentally
+/- mid-range price ($5 per bottle)