milks what is best for you?

zoombie_bear

A question if any of you know, I would appreciate some feedback
What milk is best:
Cow, almond, soy or almond? and why ?
I just purchased a yogurt maker and looking forward to making the best for your health.

_John_

It all depends on what nutrients you need...

XxSoniaSkyxX

Cow because it's natural

Kotuliak

It all depends on which taste you prefer...

adaybetter

almond vanilla....love it

sanderdejonge

Cow milk definitely not. It's actually bad for you: Due to it being processed all the good enzymes are destroyed. Also we can't digest several amounts of substances in the milk, so it takes longer to digest. This included lactose.

Drink cocos milk or rice milk instead!

GertrudeHorse

Define "best"...

GertrudeHorse

Cow milk definitely not. It's actually bad for you: Due to it being processed all the good enzymes are destroyed. Also we can't digest several amounts of substances in the milk, so it takes longer to digest. This included lactose.

Only people with lactose intolerance can't digest lactose. Everyone else can.

By processed do you mean pasteurisation? That's to stop people getting food poisoning. It's destroying pathogens and slowing down how long it takes milk to go rotten. Pasteurisation does not meaningfully lower the nutritional value of cow's milk:

"It is demonstrated that consumption of raw milk poses a realistic health threat due to a possible contamination with human pathogens. It is therefore strongly recommended that milk should be heated before consumption. With the exception of an altered organoleptic profile, heating (in particularly ultra high temperature and similar treatments) will not substantially change the nutritional value of raw milk or other benefits associated with raw milk consumption."
http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S095671351200535X

krawhitham

I am intolerant/allergic to all of them, so none. I don't drink any milks.

salembambi

Cow because it's natural

cows milk naturally meant for a cows calf not humans

almonds,rice,soy,coconut,cashew,oats, your mothers breast milk -- all natural

OMGeeeHorses

I can't digest Lactose, so I can't drink cows milk.

The one that I tend to go towards, is Coconut Milk (original or Vanilla). I like it just because it's not as processed as Soy and Almond (the kind I use anyways..not to sure about others )

missionquestthing

I prefer Soy but I also know a lot of soy-phobic people. I'm not sure which is the healthier, that is just the one I prefer taste-wise.

daw0518

I don't think anyone can answer this question for you, because I don't think any of them are "better" for you vs others that are "bad" for you. The real question should be which one do you like the most and want to drink/use.

I personally like 2% milk so that's normally what I keep at home & get in my lattes when I'm out. I also enjoy vanilla almond milk, both sweetened & unsweetened.

sanderdejonge

Cow milk definitely not. It's actually bad for you: Due to it being processed all the good enzymes are destroyed. Also we can't digest several amounts of substances in the milk, so it takes longer to digest. This included lactose.

Only people with lactose intolerance can't digest lactose. Everyone else can.

By processed do you mean pasteurisation? That's to stop people getting food poisoning. It's destroying pathogens and slowing down how long it takes milk to go rotten. Pasteurisation does not meaningfully lower the nutritional value of cow's milk:

"It is demonstrated that consumption of raw milk poses a realistic health threat due to a possible contamination with human pathogens. It is therefore strongly recommended that milk should be heated before consumption. With the exception of an altered organoleptic profile, heating (in particularly ultra high temperature and similar treatments) will not substantially change the nutritional value of raw milk or other benefits associated with raw milk consumption."
http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S095671351200535X

I said it's hard for your body to digest cows milk (because of several amounts of substances), not can't digest.
I also didn't say the nutritional values would change; I said the good enzymes are destroyed.

suecatjkl

I got BAD food poisoning from raw milk that I consumed while in Peru. It took 3 weeks of antibiotics to clear my system.

My husband switched from cow milk to almond milk and his blood pressure went down about 15 points in a month.

If you have a vitamix you can make your own almond milk. Supposedly, almonds are super nutritious. I'm sure people will argue about it.

Fenrissa

It all depends on your goals and personal preferences. I personally prefer whole milk and occasionally, vanilla almond milk.

sanderdejonge

I got BAD food poisoning from raw milk that I consumed while in Peru. It took 3 weeks of antibiotics to clear my system.

My husband switched from cow milk to almond milk and his blood pressure went down about 15 points in a month.

If you have a vitamix you can make your own almond milk. Supposedly, almonds are super nutritious. I'm sure people will argue about it.

Cacao powder is excellent for a lower blood pressure as well! And is extremely rich on anti oxidants.
Almonds are one of the best nuts, too. Nothing to argue on that!

Joreanasaurous

I hate cows milk. Even as a kid thought it was gross.

So for me the best milk is Almond milk since I will actually drink it. I love the coconut almond blend too.

But even then those are drank rarely. I'm a water girl.

craftywitch_63

I hate cows milk. Even as a kid thought it was gross.

So for me the best milk is Almond milk since I will actually drink it. I love the coconut almond blend too.

But even then those are drank rarely. I'm a water girl.

+1 I drink the unsweetened almond or soy milk. I've always hated cows milk, too.

takumaku

Any milk other than cow for me. I can't stomach it.

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GertrudeHorse

Cow milk definitely not. It's actually bad for you: Due to it being processed all the good enzymes are destroyed. Also we can't digest several amounts of substances in the milk, so it takes longer to digest. This included lactose.

Only people with lactose intolerance can't digest lactose. Everyone else can.

By processed do you mean pasteurisation? That's to stop people getting food poisoning. It's destroying pathogens and slowing down how long it takes milk to go rotten. Pasteurisation does not meaningfully lower the nutritional value of cow's milk:

"It is demonstrated that consumption of raw milk poses a realistic health threat due to a possible contamination with human pathogens. It is therefore strongly recommended that milk should be heated before consumption. With the exception of an altered organoleptic profile, heating (in particularly ultra high temperature and similar treatments) will not substantially change the nutritional value of raw milk or other benefits associated with raw milk consumption."
http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S095671351200535X

I said it's hard for your body to digest cows milk (because of several amounts of substances), not can't digest.
I also didn't say the nutritional values would change; I said the good enzymes are destroyed.

You might have meant that but you did literally say: "we can't digest several of the substances in the milk...this includes lactose". You actually used the words "can't digest" and then specified you were referring to lactose.

My point is that "good" enzymes aren't being destroyed. The bad ones are, i.e. pathogens that cause food poisoning. Raw cow's milk carries a serious risk unless you're drinking it straight from the udder...in which case there are a few other questions I want to ask you first

MelxH

I have hypothyroidisim so no soy milk for me (soy does no good for the thyroid).
And other milks besides cow milk are incredibly expensive, so... cow milk for me

I hate it though, can only drink it with honey or chocolate lol

neanderthin

The ones that you enjoy.

lemur_lady

Cow milk definitely not. It's actually bad for you: Due to it being processed all the good enzymes are destroyed. Also we can't digest several amounts of substances in the milk, so it takes longer to digest. This included lactose.

Only people with lactose intolerance can't digest lactose. Everyone else can.

By processed do you mean pasteurisation? That's to stop people getting food poisoning. It's destroying pathogens and slowing down how long it takes milk to go rotten. Pasteurisation does not meaningfully lower the nutritional value of cow's milk:

"It is demonstrated that consumption of raw milk poses a realistic health threat due to a possible contamination with human pathogens. It is therefore strongly recommended that milk should be heated before consumption. With the exception of an altered organoleptic profile, heating (in particularly ultra high temperature and similar treatments) will not substantially change the nutritional value of raw milk or other benefits associated with raw milk consumption."
http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S095671351200535X

I thought lactose 'intolerance' was the normal state and everyone else was just lactose tolerant?

I read somewhere that babies start to lose their lactase enzyme around the age that they would naturally be weaned. It is only in the west where dairy consumption is large where we continue to produce lactase as adults and are lactose tolerant. In other countries where it isnt a big part of the diet most people are lactose intolerant. It seems intuitive seeing as milk is made for baby mammals so adults shouldnt need to digest lactose. Dont quote me on it though, just remember thinking it was interesting at the time. Probably completely wrong lol.

Personally I much prefer soy or almond milk but thats just what I find tastier. Plus after breastfeeding for nearly 2 years I just cant seem to get a cup of cow milk to my lips without feeling wrong. It just doesnt feel right. Dont mind putting it in cooking though.

neanderthin

Cow milk definitely not. It's actually bad for you: Due to it being processed all the good enzymes are destroyed. Also we can't digest several amounts of substances in the milk, so it takes longer to digest. This included lactose.

Only people with lactose intolerance can't digest lactose. Everyone else can.

By processed do you mean pasteurisation? That's to stop people getting food poisoning. It's destroying pathogens and slowing down how long it takes milk to go rotten. Pasteurisation does not meaningfully lower the nutritional value of cow's milk:

"It is demonstrated that consumption of raw milk poses a realistic health threat due to a possible contamination with human pathogens. It is therefore strongly recommended that milk should be heated before consumption. With the exception of an altered organoleptic profile, heating (in particularly ultra high temperature and similar treatments) will not substantially change the nutritional value of raw milk or other benefits associated with raw milk consumption."
http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S095671351200535X

I thought lactose 'intolerance' was the normal state and everyone else was just lactose tolerant?

I read somewhere that babies start to lose their lactase enzyme around the age that they would naturally be weaned. It is only in the west where dairy consumption is large where we continue to produce lactase as adults and are lactose tolerant. In other countries where it isnt a big part of the diet most people are lactose intolerant. It seems intuitive seeing as milk is made for baby mammals so adults shouldnt need to digest lactose. Dont quote me on it though, just remember thinking it was interesting at the time. Probably completely wrong lol.

Personally I much prefer soy or almond milk but thats just what I find tastier. Plus after breastfeeding for nearly 2 years I just cant seem to get a cup of cow milk to my lips without feeling wrong. It just doesnt feel right. Dont mind putting it in cooking though.

Lots of psychology a work in food choices and not just milk. Milk has been consumed for a very long time in Northern Europe and has a strong correlation to health and survival of those indigenous people where crop failure was imminent and where protein and fat helped them thrive and of course adapt........that is what humans are best at.........if people haven't adapted to lactose, it's not their fault, but it certainly doesn't make milk some food only for baby cows.........that's like a grade school story to justify why people shouldn't consume it....adaption and thriving is what's allowed up to actually discuss this over the internet and when cows can do the same then maybe we can discuss the issue more thoroughly:happy: .

dorkyfaery

I echo many of the sentiments that suggest it depends on what nutrients you are looking for and what taste you prefer. However, keep in mind that most non-dairy milks (and even some dairy milks) contain carageenan, which in many people (myself included) causes gastrointestinal distress. However, if you like almond milk I understand you can make it at home, which would avoid this additive. I've never made almond milk so I don't know how easy it is.

Dnarules

Cow milk definitely not. It's actually bad for you: Due to it being processed all the good enzymes are destroyed. Also we can't digest several amounts of substances in the milk, so it takes longer to digest. This included lactose.

Only people with lactose intolerance can't digest lactose. Everyone else can.

By processed do you mean pasteurisation? That's to stop people getting food poisoning. It's destroying pathogens and slowing down how long it takes milk to go rotten. Pasteurisation does not meaningfully lower the nutritional value of cow's milk:

"It is demonstrated that consumption of raw milk poses a realistic health threat due to a possible contamination with human pathogens. It is therefore strongly recommended that milk should be heated before consumption. With the exception of an altered organoleptic profile, heating (in particularly ultra high temperature and similar treatments) will not substantially change the nutritional value of raw milk or other benefits associated with raw milk consumption."
http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S095671351200535X

I thought lactose 'intolerance' was the normal state and everyone else was just lactose tolerant?

I read somewhere that babies start to lose their lactase enzyme around the age that they would naturally be weaned. It is only in the west where dairy consumption is large where we continue to produce lactase as adults and are lactose tolerant. In other countries where it isnt a big part of the diet most people are lactose intolerant. It seems intuitive seeing as milk is made for baby mammals so adults shouldnt need to digest lactose. Dont quote me on it though, just remember thinking it was interesting at the time. Probably completely wrong lol.

Personally I much prefer soy or almond milk but thats just what I find tastier. Plus after breastfeeding for nearly 2 years I just cant seem to get a cup of cow milk to my lips without feeling wrong. It just doesnt feel right. Dont mind putting it in cooking though.

You are right. Lactose intolerance is the norm.

evileen99

Cow milk definitely not. It's actually bad for you: Due to it being processed all the good enzymes are destroyed. Also we can't digest several amounts of substances in the milk, so it takes longer to digest. This included lactose.

Only people with lactose intolerance can't digest lactose. Everyone else can.

By processed do you mean pasteurisation? That's to stop people getting food poisoning. It's destroying pathogens and slowing down how long it takes milk to go rotten. Pasteurisation does not meaningfully lower the nutritional value of cow's milk:

"It is demonstrated that consumption of raw milk poses a realistic health threat due to a possible contamination with human pathogens. It is therefore strongly recommended that milk should be heated before consumption. With the exception of an altered organoleptic profile, heating (in particularly ultra high temperature and similar treatments) will not substantially change the nutritional value of raw milk or other benefits associated with raw milk consumption."
http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S095671351200535X

I thought lactose 'intolerance' was the normal state and everyone else was just lactose tolerant?

I read somewhere that babies start to lose their lactase enzyme around the age that they would naturally be weaned. It is only in the west where dairy consumption is large where we continue to produce lactase as adults and are lactose tolerant. In other countries where it isnt a big part of the diet most people are lactose intolerant. It seems intuitive seeing as milk is made for baby mammals so adults shouldnt need to digest lactose. Dont quote me on it though, just remember thinking it was interesting at the time. Probably completely wrong lol.

Personally I much prefer soy or almond milk but thats just what I find tastier. Plus after breastfeeding for nearly 2 years I just cant seem to get a cup of cow milk to my lips without feeling wrong. It just doesnt feel right. Dont mind putting it in cooking though.

Yes, we evolved to be able to continue to consume dairy products.

Many animals drink the milk of other species if given the chance--you see pictures all the time of a dog or cat adopting and suckling some other animal babies every month or so on the Internet. In England, customers were complaining that the cream was being stolen from their milk bottles. Turned out it was being done by crows that learned to open the milk bottles and drink the cream. Man is just the only animal that has been able to regularly and efficiently procure another animal's milk for their own consumption. If my dog had thumbs, she'd milk a cow in a heartbeat. She loves milk.

GingerLolita

I can't eat dairy, so I consume all the different milks you listed (and in yogurt form).

I stick with unsweetened almond milk for most things, since it's low in calories and I prefer the texture (although this varies by brand, so you may need to try a few to find one you like). I always have the vanilla one with my espresso. Almond yogurt tastes good, but it's not my first choice since it's almost all carbohydrates, and if I do have it, I'll make sure to snack on some protein and/or healthy fats and fruit with it.

Recently, I started adding some unsweetened soy milk into my diet. It's higher in calories, but also has more protein. It's important not to overload on soy, so if you already enjoy other soy products regularly, don't have soy milk and yogurt exclusively. Soy yogurt can also be a good way to snack on some protein and probiotics.

I have coconut milk very rarely because my body doesn't respond well to saturated fats. But I do recommend coconut yogurts, since the healthy fats will keep you full.

craftywitch_63

In.

I just want to know if you can successfully make yogurt at home with coconut milk. I've seen coconut yogurt at the store, and i've made cow milk yogurt before, but i no longer consume dairy.

I don't know how much protein coconut milk has off the top of my head, but I think you can because I'm pretty sure I've seen it at Whole Foods. I know you can certainly make it out of soy milk. You just need to get the yogurt starter which you can get at certain grocery stores or order online.