Plant-Based Milks Not
as Healthy as Dairy
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Nondairy drinkers assume their milk is
more nutritious, according to a recent survey
by Consumer Reports.
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Half of all American consumers are confused about plant milks and their nutritional profile, Ellen Klosz, nutritionist, Consumer Reports,
via 'TODAY'
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Many believe that the milks have higher levels of nutrients than cows milk, which is not necessarily true.
, Ellen Klosz, via 'TODAY'.
Klosz and her team analyzed 35 types of nondairy milks, including almond, coconut, oat and soy.
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The team gave each milk a score based on
its nutritional value, flavor and texture.
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They also compared the vitamins and minerals in each nondairy milk to a serving of cow's milk.
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Those looking for a milk that's similar to cows milk should know that they do vary quite a bit, as far as the protein is concerned, because cow's milk has high amounts of protein, Ellen Klosz, via 'TODAY'


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Unsweetened Silk Organic Soy Milk ranked the highest overall of the milks that were analyzed.
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Its nutrition was rated "very good," and its texture was "excellent."