In recent years, "vegetable milk" has become too popular. Many celebrities and supermodels are afraid of gaining weight/acne, so Mimi has quietly replaced milk with vegetable milk~

In fact, when you go to the supermarket, you can often see all kinds of plant milk.But I don’t know if I was persuaded by the strange smell The milk cap classmates were not accustomed to drinking a lot at the beginning.Some are not bad, but some are really hard to say, I finally got some tips while drinking yue back and forth~

So what exactly is plant milk?

How do the major plant-based milk brands in American supermarkets taste?Which flavors are suitable for all ages?Which ones should be cautious?

How to choose?

The foodies present here who are in a big country of plant milk but haven’t got a drink yet, hurry up and get a little Benma~✍️

What is plant milk?

Plant milk usually refers toNuts, cereals, etc. squeezed out with water, It looks and tastes a bit like "milk" but in factPlant drink without melon with milkThe most common ones are soy milk, oat milk, almond milk, coconut milk, rice milk and cashew milk.

 

Why drink plant milk?What are the advantages of plant milk?

 

• VeganDaily nutritional needs
• Avoid lactose intolerance(Most Asians will have gastrointestinal discomforts such as bloating, abdominal pain, farting and thinning after ingesting dairy products)
• Avoid milk allergy(Some people are allergic to milk protein, causing skin symptoms such as eczema and dermatitis)
• Reduce acne(The casein in milk is the "acne-causing culprit" for many people)
• Unique taste and taste(Some people simply like the taste/taste of plant milk, and some people pursue a rich and diverse diet)
• Most plant milks are relatively"Low calories, easy to digest"
• protect environment(The carbon emissions of milk production are several times that of plant milk)

   

In general, plant milk can bring peopleSimilar taste and partial nutrition to milkAt the same time, it can also help some people avoid the physical discomfort/body burden caused by milk. For people who do not like milk/milk allergies, it may not be a good choice~

 

Common plant milk in American supermarkets

 

1. Soy milk (豆奶)

Soy milk has a history of drinking for thousands of years in our Greater China, and it is the plant milk we are most familiar with.It is made from soy or soy protein isolate, with a mild taste and a texture similar to milk.The nutritional value is also closest to milk, And also rich in soy lecithin, withPromote metabolism and prevent cell agingThe effect is very suitable for women to drink.

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Silk

Soy milk that is easy to find in major beauty super markets,The texture is refreshing and smooth.No beany smell, Belongs to relatively light fresh soy milk.

Costo-Kirland

The bean taste is relatively strong and the sweetness is moderateIt can be stored at room temperature, but I personally think it’s better to drink after refrigeration."Vanilla" will be sweeter and more delicious~

Trader Joes

Sugar-free and no added organic soy milk, Bean flavor is fragrant, the texture is better than costco-kirland'sThick, Can also be stored at room temperature,But because there is no sugar and no additives, some friends may thinkThe pea smell is a bit heavy~

Westsoy

It is also a sugar-free organic soy milk, which is easily available in online and offline supermarkets in the United States. It has a pure bean flavor and is not sweet. It belongs to the fat reduction/fitness crowd with closed eyes and money~

Nature's soy Daejeon

It’s very often seen in the U.S. Super League and Han Super League.Closest to domestic fresh soy milkSmell,"Sweet" will be a bit sweeter, friends who don't like sweetness/fat reduction can choose sugar-free ones, and they can also DIY them into salty ones at home~

2. oat milk

Oat milk is generally made from a mixture of water and oats, with a mellow taste and a unique grain aroma.It blends perfectly with coffee or strong tea and adds flavor.High protein and fiber content, and contains β-glucan,May help lower cholesterol and blood sugar levels.

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Oatly

The super popular oat milk brand in the past two years,The oatmeal flavor is very fragrant.Original flavor (light blue) can be drunk directly, Personally feelJust sweetness, The taste of chocolate will be a little sweet, the barista type is stronger, and it will be better to drink with coffee~

California Farms

This brand of oat milkNo added sugar, not sweet, butOatmeal flavor is very strong, Drinking directly will be a bit too strong, it is recommended to drink coffee or strong tea, super fragrant ~ the love of many baristas ~

Elmhurst

Currently on the U.S. marketPlant milk with the cleanest ingredientsOne, only pure water and nuts/grains are healthy and comfortable to drink, and it is milky and milky~ You can add a little bit of pure black coffee if you don't want to drink during the fat reduction period, the taste is particularly good~

Silk's Oat Yeah series

There are a variety of flavors, you can choose according to different uses, the overallThe taste is relatively silky, But some sugar content is higher (such as chocolate flavor), people who lose weight/fat should pay attention to~

3. Almond milk (almond milk)

Almond milk is made with whole almond/almond butter and water. It is light in texture, slightly sweet and nutty. It is suitable for adding to coffee/tea. It is also a very popular milk substitute in baking.Very low calories, It is a good choice for people who lose fat.

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Almond breeze

Brands that are easily found in all major supermarkets in the United States,Vanilla recommended, It will be a little sweet, but it's just right with coffee~

Almond coconut milk flavorIt’s also delicious, the mixed yogurt is refreshing and full of flavor.If you want to try almond milk, but can’t accept the sugar-free/almond flavor is too strong, you can try~

Costco-Kirland

Light sweetness and almond fragrance, Belongs to a relatively healthy taste, it is very refreshing to make coffee in the morning~

Silk

Use it to make coffee more than milkMellow and smooth, The taste is very good, soaked oatmeal is also good to eat, and extra calcium is added, which has high nutritional value~

Elmhurst

No sugar and no added,Pure almond milk.The first choice of anti-glycemic ketogenic party~

4. Coconut milk (coconut milk)

Coconut milk is squeezed from the white flesh of coconut. It tastes sweet and has a milk-like texture. It is suitable for drinking directly or making desserts.Although it does not contain protein,Rich in vitamins and folic acid, The nutritional value is also high.

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So Delicious

First taste of this original coconut milkA little dull, You can taste it for a long timeLight coconut fragrance.Not very suitable for making coffee, but very suitable for some refreshing drinks, such as strawberries that taste good.You can also drink it directly as a drink~

5. rice milk (米奶)

Rice milk is made from milled rice or brown rice and water. It tastes a bit like a thick rice paste.It is the least likely to cause allergic reactions in milk beverages. For those who are allergic/intolerant to dairy products, gluten, soy or nuts, it is asafers Choice.

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rice dream

The leading brand in rice milk, Taste and color are a bit like milk, the mainHealthy and easy to digest, But the taste is relatively weak, if no sugar is added, it may not be easy for many friends to accept.

6. Cashew milk (cashew milk)

Cashew milk is mainly made by mixing cashew nuts or cashew butter and water.The taste is rich and mellow, with a subtle nutty flavor.It is very suitable for thickening smoothies, blending coffee and desserts.The carbohydrate and sugar content are relatively low,Suitable for people who need to control blood sugar.

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Elmhurst

Nutty flavour, If there is no special sugar control requirement, you can choose the normal version, it will taste better, the sugar-free version is healthier but tastes good~

Pick some tips for plant milk

• According to nutrition and health needs

  All kinds of plant milk have their own unique nutritional value. Pay attention to the nutritional content on the package and pay attention to the balanced nutrition.Eat more protein during the epidemic, Enhance the body's immunity.

  ⚠️Special attention should be paid toNo matter what kind of plant milk, it cannot completely replace milk, Especially for children (such as the calcium rich in milk, which is lacking in soy milk)
  

   

• According to fitness/fat reduction needs

  Can try to compareLow cardPlant milk, such as almond milk; also pay attention to the choiceSugar-free or low-sugarPlant milk, try to avoid brands that list sugar as one of the first three ingredients.

   

• According to taste and taste preferences

  Like milk-likeFull-bodied taste, You can chooseOat milk, soy milk, cashew milk; Pursuing an authentic and healthy taste, you can choose a plant milk brand with no sugar and no additives, such as Elmhurst.

Which plant milk is your favorite?Friends who are not mentioned in the article are welcome to recommend it~

* This article is an original article on food,

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It is for transmission and reference only and does not constitute any suggestion of behavior.

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* This article is an original article on food,

It only represents the foodie position and does not involve commercial interests

It is for transmission and reference only and does not constitute any suggestion of behavior.

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