SILK ALMOND MILK

Where Almond Milk Comes From?

It is simply milk made from ground almonds, with a light beige color and a creamy, nutty taste. It does not contain lactose, cholesterol or animal by-products, so vegans love it!

Almond milk does resemble milk in color, taste, texture and common uses.

Milk from mammals is essentially fats, proteins, carbohydrates, minerals, vitamins and water. Similarly almond milk contains fats, proteins, carbohydrates, minerals, vitamins and water.

Best of all, it is low calorie.

Historically known to have been used in the Middle Ages, it did not spoil as quickly as cow’s milk. It’s popular in those areas as this is used as a milk substitute during religious fasting days.

Is Almond Milk Good For You?

Absolutely ! This is why:

1) Nutrients

This nutrient filled milk is loaded with protein, fiber, vitamins A, D & E, magnesium, zinc, potassium, iron, phosphorus, and calcium.

Copper, riboflavin, and manganese produce energy, and is a source of omega fatty acids.

Almond Milk Nutrition

When it comes to nutrition, each person has to make individualized and informed decisions based upon the advice of medical professionals.

For some almonds have often been recognized for their health giving properties and a tasty and convenient way to consume this nut is through a milk made out of it.

In some cases, this tasty beverage is considered a healthy substitute for regular cow’s milk for some people.

Although marketed as a healthy food, cow’s milk has a high-fat content that causes complications, including indigestion for people who are lactose intolerant.

Almond milk is ideal for people with heart problems because the fats are unsaturated fats and do not raise cholesterol levels. However, not only does it reduce the risk of heart disease but it also does not create mucus buildup in the esophagus, which can be problematic for people fighting a cold or flu.

It is also ideal for growing children and athletes because it provides many micronutrients responsible for body growth and repair.

Almond Milk Nutrition Facts

Almond milk nutrition is one of the main reasons why liquefying this nut is a favorite way to consume a large amount of almonds without feeling full. Here, then, are some almond nutrition facts for one cup of unsweetened almond milk:

Protein, fats, and fatty acid profile:

• 1 grams of fiber. Fiber is necessary to improve digestion.
• 1 gram of protein. Protein is an essential nutrient for tissue repair.
• 3 grams of unsaturated fat. Unsaturated fats lower bad cholesterol,
• 30 calories. This low calorie profile makes it ideal for weight management.
• Omega 3 fatty acids. Omega 3 improves mood, treats arthritis, and improves memory.

Vitamin and mineral profile:

• Vitamin E. This vitamin is an antioxidant, so it helps fight free radicals, which are organic molecules that damage healthy cells are speed up the aging process.
• Magnesium. This mineral helps break food into energy. It also aids in the functioning of the parathyroid glands, which is responsible for the hormone that makes strong, healthy bones.
• Manganese. This mineral activates digestive enzymes. It is also responsible for strong bones and teeth.
• Selenium. This mineral supports the immune system.

Many people first hear of this product because they are looking for a low calorie nutritious substitute for milk for their weight loss program.

They are often impressed by the fact that almond milk calories can be as low as 30 calories a cup. Since most people consume 2 to 3 cups, their caloric intake is only 60 to 90 calories per serving.

However, it is not too long before they begin to like this beverage for other reasons–it’s taste, it’s high nutrition profile, and it’s simple preparation.

2) Weight Management / Exercise

Almond milk benefits include lowering cholesterol, is low in saturated fat, and at 30 calories per serving, is suitable for low carb, vegan, raw food or other weight loss plans. No sugar added brands are known to help manage weight, increase muscle power and regulate oxygen absorption in body builders.

3) Health

Excellent for use by those who are lactose intolerant, it is tolerant for allergy sufferers.

With a low glycemic index, these sugars can be digested by diabetics without insulin crisis.

Low in sodium and cholesterol, but high in potassium, milk from almonds is perfect for heart patients in lowering blood pressure.

Vitamins in almond milk improve cell function, decrease osteoporosis and incidences of Alzheimer’s disease.

Calcium helps build strong bones and teeth. Riboflavin helps to prevent migraine headaches.

4) You Can Cook And Bake With It

This creamy, nutty milk doesn’t taste like cow’s milk, and is wonderful used as a coffee creamer. It does not have to be refrigerated if in shelf boxes.

It can be substituted in recipes that call for dairy milk. If you make your own at home, after it has been drained, leftover almonds can be used in baking.

It can also be used to create milkshakes and smoothies, and can be flavored with fruit, chocolate, or vanilla. Because the proteins are different than in dairy milk, it will last longer on the shelf.

Almond Milk To Buy

Almond milk can be purchased at most local grocery stores and online.

If you pick up a carton or box of commercially produced almond milk you can read that it typically has several additional ingredients not necessary in homemade almond milk.

Commercial Almond Milk Ingredients

In addition to almonds and filtered water, manufacturers of almond milk typically include: evaporated cane juice, calcium carbonate, sea salt, potassium citrate, carrageenan, sunflower lecithin, vitamin A palmitate, vitamin D2, and D-Alpha-Tocopherol.

Uses For Almond Milk

Almond milk can be used as a milk substitute drinking beverage (both alcoholic and non-alcoholic), for breakfast in cereal, coffee or tea and in savory and sweet recipes.

In the skincare and beauty industry, almond milk is often a key ingredient in many products.

If almond milk is new for you, this site is a guide for making almond milk. To read the basics about making almond milk you can start here.