Almond and cow’s milk have different nutritional profiles and benefits.
Understanding the nutrition of each can help you make an informed decision about which option is best for you.
Protein
Almond milk provides 1 gram of protein, while cow’s milk offers 8.5 grams.
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If you’re looking tomilk as a source of protein, cow’s milk is the better choice.
Fat
Cow’s milk contains 4.7 grams of total fat per cup.
More than 60% of the fat in cow’s milk is saturated fat.
Almond milk contains 2.5 grams of total fat per cup.
The fat in almond milk is unsaturated fat.
Research shows that replacing saturated fats with unsaturated fats is associated with improved cardiovascular wellness.
Sweetened and flavored varieties of almond milk may contain added sugar, increasing the total carb content.
Fiber is only found in plants.
Is Almond Milk a Good Source of Calcium?
What About Fortified Almond Milk?
Choosing fortified almond milk ensures added nutritional benefits without compromising the convenience of a store-bought product.
Potential Drawbacks of Almond Milk
While almond milk has many benefits, it’s not without downsides.
What Is Carrageenan?
Some almond milk may containcarrageenan, a controversial additive that some claim is associated withdigestive symptomsand inflammation.
However, experts need to do more research on the topic to support these claims.
The Downsides of Drinking Cows Milk
Cow’s milk isn’t the right choice for everyone.
Some of the most significant potential downsides of dairy milk are:
Is Raw Milk Safe?
Raw cow’s milkhas not undergone the process of pasteurization, a standard heating process that kills harmful germs.
It’s best to stick with pasteurized milk for your safety.
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