cow milk alternatives??

newjuli2012

im trying realllyyyy hard not to have cow milk but sadly im one of those people that is ADDICTED. i loovvveee milk ! but 1. its high in calories 2. its not all that good for you 3. hormones (because i would have holes in pocket if i bought organic every time) & 4.because the human species is the only one that drinks milk from other animals .

i tried the new coconut milk & hated it . im eeehhh about almond milk because of the nutty taste it has to it & i like soy milk but i dnt want soy on a regular basis in my diet


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NAcetoLang

What if you did a half and half - regular milk and one of the others? You would reduce your cals, but maybe maintain some of the flavor you like? Personally, I am a coconut milk person.

billsica

why don't you want soy in your diet?

I personally love almond milk, its the bomb, I don't taste nuts in it at all. Have you tried Blue diamond brand?

Bellevuebell

keep trying the unsweetenened Almond milk. At 30 cal is the best bet out there. Your tastebuds wil adjust, give them time.

DrBorkBork

find a reputable local farmer and get your hands on some raw milk, or goat milk. Both extremely good for you!

Bobby__Clerici

keep trying the unsweetenened Almond milk. At 30 cal is the best bet out there. Your tastebuds wil adjust, give them time.

My wife likes Almond milk too....give it a go and decide for yourself.
It's OK, but I prefer COW MILK...:devil:

SMarie10

I switched from cows milk to Almond milk a long time ago - I actually prefer the almond milk now. i was drinking skim milk before - have you tried that vs 1 or 2%. I like the idea of going 1/2 milk, 1/2 either coconut or almond milk.

Chinadorian

sounds like you already outed most of the alternatives....any others ie oat milk, hemp milk, raw milk, will most likely be just as unappetizing or expensive as the other alternatives. Good call on not doing soy; I do almond milk and you get used to it. I dont drink it by itself ever, its sort of thick to my taste buds.

If youre addicted to cows milk, maybe your body is craving nutrients from it that you can get in other foods...figure out what you need!

OR just go cold turkey/portion control. just like with any other food you really like...

good luck!

wellbert

cow milk, ain't nothin wrong with that. Also not hard to avoid rgbh, and still buy cheap milk.
coconut/almond milk is full of carrageenan. no thanks.

Chinadorian

im trying realllyyyy hard not to have cow milk but sadly im one of those people that is ADDICTED. i loovvveee milk ! but 1. its high in calories 2. its not all that good for you 3. hormones (because i would have holes in pocket if i bought organic every time) & 4.because the human species is the only one that drinks milk from other animals .

i tried the new coconut milk & hated it . im eeehhh about almond milk because of the nutty taste it has to it & i like soy milk but i dnt want soy on a regular basis in my diet


PPLLEEEAASSEEE HEEELLPP

Drink cow milk, there are benefits to drinking it. Don't let myth and rumors dictate your decisions. It doesn't make sense, if you like it, drink it. There are probably more chemicals in your fruits and vegetables.

what myths exactly?

its scientifically proven that the "calcium" in conventional milk actually leaches calcium from your bones. (sorry to burst bubbles)

Natihilator

I personally don't get any nuttiness from almond milk. Maybe you just have to get used to it?

tsh0ck

its scientifically proven that the "calcium" in conventional milk actually leaches calcium from your bones. (sorry to burst bubbles)

thickntired

I don't like unsweetened almond milk, so I have get the vanilla one. I don't like the taste of rice milk and I try to avoid cow milk. The vanilla almond milk is 90 calories for a cup, still less than cow milk, and you usually only need half a cup for things like cereal and whatnot. If you want to use it to make hot cereal or something that needs milk I tend to go half almond milk and half water. Then you only get 45 calories instead of the full 90 with half a cup. I'm not a fan of drinking it on it's own, but I will if I have to. The vanilla flavoring makes it a little easier to handle for me. If you simply must have cow milk then go with skim milk, less calories and fat but you still get your cow milk.

Chinadorian

its scientifically proven that the "calcium" in conventional milk actually leaches calcium from your bones. (sorry to burst bubbles)

Most people do not have the necessary amounts of vitamin D to process the calcium that is in milk. Studies have shown that overdoing dairy consumption leads to greater bone density issues, especially in women. did you not get the memo??

3dogsrunning

its scientifically proven that the "calcium" in conventional milk actually leaches calcium from your bones. (sorry to burst bubbles)

Most people do not have the necessary amounts of vitamin D to process the calcium that is in milk. Studies have shown that overdoing dairy consumption leads to greater bone density issues, especially in women. did you not get the memo??

I did miss the memo. Do you have a link?

tsh0ck

I'm sure she will return with 'proof' from T. Colin Campbell, PhD in quackery.

Debbe2

Almond milk unsweetened vanilla & unsweetened chocolate is delicious to me and that's what I drink besides water.

TheGlen

We don't drink much, but when we are having cow's milk, it's organic whole milk (3.8%).

If you really want an alternative, coconut or almond milk are pretty good (definitely stay away from the gmo soy stuff). I have found a huge difference in flavour based on the brands though, so it might just be a matter of finding one you like.

ethieman

There has been found to be NO difference between organic milk and normal milk. The hormones referred to are found in ANY kind of milk (even human), because the cows produce it naturally (BST is reqiuired for milk production). Technically, traditionally produced agricultural products receive much more oversight and have higher regulations than the mostly unregulated "organic" sector (myself and my family are producers and involved in agriculture from the local all the way to the national levels).

I avoid cows milk because it does not agree with my stomach, so I drink the Almond Beeze coconut/almond blend, seems to take the edge off of both types of milk.

SueGremlin

Milk is not bad for you. it is popular to say that it has "hormones" in it, but it does not. There is no difference in the growth hormone levels in the milk from cows that are treated with hormones vs milk from cows that are not.
Milk is healthy in a lot of ways. It is also popular to claim that we are not "meant" to drink the milk of other species as adults and that people are often lactose intolerant. People are far more often NOT lactose intolerant. We are mot "meant" to take antibiotics or other man-made pharmaceuticals, get vaccines to protect against diseases, eat canned food or watch TV, either. It's all about perspective. There is a lot about milk that is very good for you in moderation. I don't drink glasses of it anymore because it's so high in calories, but that doesn't mean I don't enjoy healthy dairy products regularly.

tigersword

im trying realllyyyy hard not to have cow milk but sadly im one of those people that is ADDICTED. i loovvveee milk ! but 1. its high in calories 2. its not all that good for you 3. hormones (because i would have holes in pocket if i bought organic every time) & 4.because the human species is the only one that drinks milk from other animals .

i tried the new coconut milk & hated it . im eeehhh about almond milk because of the nutty taste it has to it & i like soy milk but i dnt want soy on a regular basis in my diet


PPLLEEEAASSEEE HEEELLPP

Drink cow milk, there are benefits to drinking it. Don't let myth and rumors dictate your decisions. It doesn't make sense, if you like it, drink it. There are probably more chemicals in your fruits and vegetables.

what myths exactly?

its scientifically proven that the "calcium" in conventional milk actually leaches calcium from your bones. (sorry to burst bubbles)

Oh really? Care to share the scientific studies that prove it then? I've never found any in the thousands of nutritional studies I've read over the years, so I'd really like to see this "proof."

CyberEd312

im trying realllyyyy hard not to have cow milk but sadly im one of those people that is ADDICTED. i loovvveee milk ! but 1. its high in calories 2. its not all that good for you 3. hormones (because i would have holes in pocket if i bought organic every time) & 4.because the human species is the only one that drinks milk from other animals .

i tried the new coconut milk & hated it . im eeehhh about almond milk because of the nutty taste it has to it & i like soy milk but i dnt want soy on a regular basis in my diet


PPLLEEEAASSEEE HEEELLPP

Drink cow milk, there are benefits to drinking it. Don't let myth and rumors dictate your decisions. It doesn't make sense, if you like it, drink it. There are probably more chemicals in your fruits and vegetables.

what myths exactly?

its scientifically proven that the "calcium" in conventional milk actually leaches calcium from your bones. (sorry to burst bubbles)

Oh really? Care to share the scientific studies that prove it then? I've never found any in the thousands of nutritional studies I've read over the years, so I'd really like to see this "proof."

Ditto I would really like to read these studies too because I have yet to read anything remotely supporting this claim......

victoria4321

im trying realllyyyy hard not to have cow milk but sadly im one of those people that is ADDICTED. i loovvveee milk ! but 1. its high in calories 2. its not all that good for you 3. hormones (because i would have holes in pocket if i bought organic every time) & 4.because the human species is the only one that drinks milk from other animals .

i tried the new coconut milk & hated it . im eeehhh about almond milk because of the nutty taste it has to it & i like soy milk but i dnt want soy on a regular basis in my diet


PPLLEEEAASSEEE HEEELLPP

Drink cow milk, there are benefits to drinking it. Don't let myth and rumors dictate your decisions. It doesn't make sense, if you like it, drink it. There are probably more chemicals in your fruits and vegetables.

what myths exactly?

its scientifically proven that the "calcium" in conventional milk actually leaches calcium from your bones. (sorry to burst bubbles)

Try drinking raw milk instead then. The calcium leech is probably all the soda and candy people eat anyway though

now_or_never13

Keep drinking your cow's milk if you like it.

Skim milk doesn't have a ton of calories in it. Milk is very good for you to drink.

THe hormones in milk concern you? Do you eat meat? The meat you purchase in stores and cook up at home is probably loaded with hormones.

Personally I don't think there is a milk out there that is as good as cows milk.. If you like it, drink it.

pullipgirl

Drink organic milk. Goat milk tastes like goat to me. Almond milk is a nice alternative.

Capt_Apollo

im trying realllyyyy hard not to have cow milk but sadly im one of those people that is ADDICTED. i loovvveee milk ! but 1. its high in calories 2. its not all that good for you 3. hormones (because i would have holes in pocket if i bought organic every time) & 4.because the human species is the only one that drinks milk from other animals .

human beings are the only ones that buy meat from the grocery store too. you going to start hunting??

CoderGal

im trying realllyyyy hard not to have cow milk but sadly im one of those people that is ADDICTED. i loovvveee milk ! but 1. its high in calories 2. its not all that good for you 3. hormones (because i would have holes in pocket if i bought organic every time) & 4.because the human species is the only one that drinks milk from other animals .

i tried the new coconut milk & hated it . im eeehhh about almond milk because of the nutty taste it has to it & i like soy milk but i dnt want soy on a regular basis in my diet


PPLLEEEAASSEEE HEEELLPP

Why is it not good for you?
What milk are you buying that have hormones added? I know they're not aloud to add them in Canada.
Where did you get that human species are the only ones bull crap? I've seen wild animals drink cows milk from bottles. They'll absolutely drink it if given the opportunity. And there's lots of things that we can do that animals can't...that does not mean it's a bad thing.

I switched to almond temporarily because I liked it and I'm not a big fan of cow milk. Then I switched back to milk for the nutrients and added protein.

tigersword

its scientifically proven that the "calcium" in conventional milk actually leaches calcium from your bones. (sorry to burst bubbles)

Most people do not have the necessary amounts of vitamin D to process the calcium that is in milk. Studies have shown that overdoing dairy consumption leads to greater bone density issues, especially in women. did you not get the memo??

Seriously? Yet you recommend almond milk, which is generally fortified with MORE calcium than cow's milk, but has LESS vitamin D. So, if "most people don't have the necessary amounts of vitamin D to process the calcium" (which is garbage, vitamin D deficiency is extremely rare, AS THE HUMAN BODY SYNTHESIZES IT,) then almond milk will leach even more calcium out of people's bones, and they would be much better off drinking cow's milk. Please try using some critical thinking and logic the next time you decide to go spreading misinformation and myths.

CoderGal

its scientifically proven that the "calcium" in conventional milk actually leaches calcium from your bones. (sorry to burst bubbles)

Most people do not have the necessary amounts of vitamin D to process the calcium that is in milk. Studies have shown that overdoing dairy consumption leads to greater bone density issues, especially in women. did you not get the memo??

Seriously? Yet you recommend almond milk, which is generally fortified with MORE calcium than cow's milk, but has LESS vitamin D. So, if "most people don't have the necessary amounts of vitamin D to process the calcium" (which is garbage, vitamin D deficiency is extremely rare, AS THE HUMAN BODY SYNTHESIZES IT,) then almond milk will leach even more calcium out of people's bones, and they would be much better off drinking cow's milk. Please try using some critical thinking and logic the next time you decide to go spreading misinformation and myths.

Roll eyes...I love how some people are jumping on the calcium isn't good for you bandwagon. You try doing without it and see how well you thrive. Most people should go outside more. And contrary to what you say, a lot of studies have shown that most people are not getting a sufficient amount of calcium in their diet. And as you've shown, they're not getting enough vitamin D, either.

Dave198lbs

its scientifically proven that

people on MFP will NEVER agree on milk, diet pop, sugar and even WATER!!!

It's madness I tell ya

pullipgirl

I never heard of calcium leaching calcium from bones :huh: I heard that about phosphorus. Excess calcium could deplete magnesium from the body. Best thing to do is eat a well balanced diet and milk can fit into that diet.