Vegans and people withlactose intoleranceuse it as a healthy alternative to dairy.
Plus, it has some impressive health benefits.
Reduces Your Heart Diease Risk
Almonds are high in monounsaturated fatty acids (MUFAs).
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Your bones are the central storage location of calcium in your body.
If you don’t get adequate calcium in your diet, your bones can weaken or not grow properly.
Clears Your Skin
Almond milk’s high vitamin E content makes it a great choice for your skin.
Who Should Avoid Almond Milk?
People withnut allergiesshould avoid almond milk.
Nut allergies can be life-threatening, so use extreme caution with nut milk.
Downsides to Almond Milk
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Low in Protein
Almond milk is low in protein.
Some Contain Emulsifiers
Some brands of almond milk containcarrageenan.
Thisfood emulsifier(stabilizing ingredients to prevent separation) is extracted from seaweed.
Environmental Concerns
Researchers have compared the impact of plant-based milk to cow’s milk on the environment.
That’s because sweetened almond milk contains added sugar to make it taste sweeter.
Summary
Unsweetened almond milk is a nutritious, low-calorie, low-carb milk alternative for many people.
The vitamins and minerals in almond milk may benefit the heart, skin, and bones.
People with nut allergies, as well as infants, should avoid almond milk.
Read ingredients carefully to find a pure product without added emulsifiers or sweeteners.
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