Is Dairy Milk Better than Vegan Alternatives? 

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With the increase in the availability of plant-based milk such as rice, soy, almond, and oat milk, there are plenty of options for those who are allergic to or choose not to eat dairy for health or environmental reasons. But are they better for us than regular cow’s milk?

While these alternative kinds of milk are an excellent option for vegans and people with lactose intolerance or a dairy allergy, there is a lot of variation in quality. Some plant-based milk brands contain a lot of added sugar, artificial flavorings, and stabilizers.

Therefore, it is essential for people who want to switch to alternative kinds of milk to choose which brand they drink wisely. The amount of sugar contained in some non-dairy alternatives can be more harmful to us than regular cow’s milk.

If you’re keen to cut the dairy, you could even try making your own oat or nut milk. This way, you know exactly what’s going into it and can control the amount of sugar.