Cow or Almond?

  
   
    I have recently started researching the numerous alternatives to whole cow's milk and have stumbled upon a great find, almond milk. In terms of nutrition Almond milk is filled with vitamins and minerals such as vitamin E, manganese, magnesium, phosphorous, potassium, selenium, iron, fiber, zinc, and calcium. This puts Almond milk at the top of the list in terms of milk substitutes because it is healthier than cow's milk itself. It only has 40 calories per eight oz. serving and low in fat. To make it even more appealing to the general population it is also lactose,gluten,casein and cholesterol free. So even those of you whom are lactose-intolerant can reap the benefits of this delicious substitute.

    Almond milk also has other benefits compared to cow's milk such as high levels of antioxidants and no saturated fats. The high levels of antioxidants can help to prevent many types of cancer and slow the signs of aging. Who doesn't want to stop those wrinkles crow's feet? The only downside to Almond milk is the fact that people with tree nut allergies should avoid drinking this product because of dangerous allergic reactions that could result.

    So in a full comparison Almond milk is a healthier choice do so its high nutritional value and low amounts of calories, cholesterol, and saturated fats. Those that are suffering from heart problems would benefit tremendously by switching from cow's milk to almond milk. The only thing nutrition wise that cow's milk has over almond milk is protein. However, you get all your daily recommended amount of protein from other sources, so having it in your milk isn't a necessity.

    Now with the technical mumbo jumbo out the way many of you are asking yourselves, what does it taste like? The best answer I can give you there is that sweet tasting milk that you get at the end of eating a bowl of cereal. However, just don't take my word for it. Try it yourself....