Why do you drink almond milk?

douglasbeale
douglasbeale Posts: 66 Member
in Food and Nutrition
I picked up some of that almond milk at Whole Foods today, I see some of you are using it regularly.

I was reading an article a few weeks ago about the health benefits of almonds regarding a healthy heart and cardiovascular disease. But the almonds like most nuts are kinda of high in calories (by volume) and just don't fill me up at all. (haven't got past the hungry most of the time stage) So I'm taking a pass on the nuts for now.

But the milk looks interesting, dairy free, low fat, or good fat, lots and lots of vitamins and minerals...... I cant see a down side.

Is anyone drinking the almond milk for the heart healthy benefit (does it have the same heart benefit as the nut?) or is it the nutritional values and non dairy that attracts?
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  • HIITMe
    HIITMe Posts: 921 Member
    i drink UNSWEETENED coconut milk

    people drink coconut and almond and soy and other than ow's milk for a variety of reasons including digestive issues, social-political issues, taste issues or just to be on the bandwagon
  • pastryari
    pastryari Posts: 8,646 Member


    But the milk looks interesting, dairy free

    Do you have an intolerance to dairy?
  • MrsMeisner
    MrsMeisner Posts: 40 Member
    I use almond milk for anything that I would use regular milk for. I've never been that crazy about milk anyways and after reading about all of the steriods, antibiotics and growth hormones pumped into regular dairy cows I decided I'd prefer not drink it at all if there's a chance those might be transferred to me (even a slight amount).
  • Mokey41
    Mokey41 Posts: 5,769 Member
    I drink it because I'm lactose intolerant and with a history of breast cancer in the family I avoid soy products.
  • douglasbeale
    douglasbeale Posts: 66 Member


    But the milk looks interesting, dairy free

    Do you have an intolerance to dairy?

    No, not at all, in fact I love my whole milk. I could never give it up totally, but the whole cardiovascular disease thing has me looking at lots of different dietary aids.
  • KenosFeoh
    KenosFeoh Posts: 1,837 Member
    I get it sometimes because I don't like dairy milk - blegh!
  • mistybkarma
    mistybkarma Posts: 30 Member
    I am disgusted by milk, I always think of the poor cow it came from. For some reason, I am fine with steak.
  • jhawk84
    jhawk84 Posts: 9
    Caloric density, low sugars, etc. Soy is great, too
  • tynishabeezfit
    tynishabeezfit Posts: 154 Member
    Never been a huge milk fan. Maybe that's why I'm only 4'11''. I should have listened to my momma, lol. I make my own almond milk sometime. I prefer the taste better, the calorie count and sugar.
  • estrobabe
    estrobabe Posts: 337 Member
    It tastes really good to me. I made the switch about 9 months ago. :)
  • mazzasweet
    mazzasweet Posts: 266 Member
    I LOVE Almond Breeze unsweetened Vanilla Almond Coconut Milk blend! 45 cals for 1 cup! Delicious in cereal and protein shakes! I'm vegetarian moving towards vegan, but have always had trouble with dairy products.
  • LB2LL
    LB2LL Posts: 240 Member
    Cow's milk doesn't always agree with me so I've made the switch to almond milk. I like the taste and I am able to drink it without feeling ill effect so why not?
  • capnlizard
    capnlizard Posts: 73 Member
    I am completely intolerant to all cow's milk dairy (not just lactose intolerance, so no Lactaid for me), so I started replacing regular milk with unsweetened almond milk. When I make smoothies or eat cereal, I use the unsweetened vanilla almond milk, which is pretty awesome on apple cinnamon cheerios!
  • SmileyFaceGuy
    SmileyFaceGuy Posts: 201
    I use it in place of milk when I can't afford milk's calories. I don't use it often, but it stays good for a couple months, which is nice.
  • LauraDotts
    LauraDotts Posts: 732 Member
    I drink it because I don't eat dairy anymore due to hormone issues. Almond milk and almond/coconut milk (unsweetened) is low in calories, low in carbs, has a good amount of fat and a good source of calcium. And, it tastes good.
  • wolfchild59
    wolfchild59 Posts: 2,608 Member
    I actually don't just drink milk of any kind. I stopped drinking milk around the time I was a teenager, I just lost my taste for it. But I do almond milk for the occasional bowl of cereal that I have and also in baking. I started using it initially because it turned out that I was actually lactose intolerant.

    I tried using the Lactaid milk for awhile but was throwing way too much of it out because I couldn't go through it fast enough. So I liked the smaller size option of the shelf stable almond milk containers and also the calories on the unsweetened were very tempting.

    I use both the original and vanilla of the Almond Breeze brand and find that it's completely unnoticeable in baking or cooking and have even made creamy gravies and sauces with it just fine. And I actually like it better in my cereal than regular milk. The slight nuttiness of the milk just seems like it was made to go with cereal.
  • allie491
    allie491 Posts: 91 Member
    I like the taste and it's low cal compared to a cup of milk. Easy way to cut some calories.
  • laurie41565
    laurie41565 Posts: 64 Member
    I used to drink skim milk and then I found out I have PCOS so I have to watch my sugar intake. I thought skim milk would be ok but then looked at the label and it has 12 grams of sugar in one cup!! I'm supposed to stay close to 6 grams or under per meal. So I decided to give the Unsweetened Silk Almond milk a try and I LOVE it!! I drink it all the time. I use it in my protein shakes and just when I want a glass of milk or anything that you would use milk for. I actually like it better than the regular milk and it is so much better for you so it's a win win for me! Only 35 cals per cup and no sugar and 50% more calcium than regular milk. Try it you'll like it!! :happy:
  • bcattoes
    bcattoes Posts: 17,299 Member
    I drink almond and soy milk for the calcium. Almond milk is mostly water and doesn't really have much else to offer. Soy doesn't either other than a little fat and protein.
  • CharityGC
    CharityGC Posts: 499 Member
    I don't care for regular milk but do like the taste of almond milk, plain or vanilla. When I cook, I don't really have a preference but if I am putting it in something, like cereal, I go with almond.
  • MinnieInMaine
    MinnieInMaine Posts: 6,400 Member
    Honestly, I switched based on a recommendation from a friend who was going dairy free (she has an intolerance). She said the Blue Diamond Breeze unsweetened Almond Coconut milk blend was awesome so I gave it a try and really liked it! I don't eat cereal anymore so the only time I drink milk is when I put a little in my coffee and the almond milk not only tastes better but seems to last a bit longer than dairy milk so it was a win/win.
  • FredDoyle
    FredDoyle Posts: 2,273 Member
    I drink chocolate cows milk and cream in coffee, but I love the taste of unsweetened vanilla almond milk in fridge oatmeal and protein smoothies. The almond milk is good (for me) when I need a lower cal. lower sodium mixer and water just tastes too weak.
  • desrosiersf
    desrosiersf Posts: 14
    it's definitely good as a substitute for milk (at places where you use milk for the taste (i.e: cereals, cooking, etc.) cause it contains less calories, less fat, more vitamins, etc. (as you pointed out).

    However, it's not a good substitute for milk in term of proteins. Milk has quite a good protein to calorie ratio (1g protein per 18 calories) but almond milk ratio is pretty bad (1g protein per 35 calories)... So, if like me, you only use milk as a protein source, then almond milk definitely isn't a proper substitute.

    just my 2¢ ! :)
  • 1ConcreteGirl
    1ConcreteGirl Posts: 3,677 Member
    Because I like the flavor and it has fewer calories than regular milk. I prefer not to drink my calories unless they'll be fun.
  • RaeLB
    RaeLB Posts: 1,216 Member
    cruelty-free and delicious :smile:
  • lizdavis07
    lizdavis07 Posts: 766 Member
    Because it taste better. I'm more of a vanilla soy drinker, myself.
  • pseudomuffin
    pseudomuffin Posts: 1,058 Member
    I drink almond milk because I'm horribly lactose intolerant and I like the taste and viscosity better than soy milk
  • JustJennie1
    JustJennie1 Posts: 3,749 Member
    How does one go about milking an almond?:huh:
  • AllTehBeers
    AllTehBeers Posts: 5,030 Member
    So I can spend twice as many calories on cereal.
  • MariaLivingFit
    MariaLivingFit Posts: 224 Member
    I drink unsweetened almond milk because it does not contain sugar like regular milk.

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