{"id":103753,"date":"2019-11-07T03:48:42","date_gmt":"2019-11-07T10:48:42","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.dherbs.com\/?p=103753"},"modified":"2022-03-11T05:24:32","modified_gmt":"2022-03-11T12:24:32","slug":"dairy-alternatives-to-substitute-common-dairy-products","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.dherbs.com\/articles\/diet-nutrition\/dairy-alternatives-to-substitute-common-dairy-products\/","title":{"rendered":"Dairy Alternatives To Substitute Common Dairy Products"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
An estimated 65% of people around the world have difficulty digesting lactose. With the rise of plant-based dairy<\/a> alternatives, however, dairy sales have decreased over the years. These dairy-free options are not only better for the environment, but they are also easier to digest, contain more nutrients, and are associated with reduced food sensitivities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Some people decide to avoid animal products for humanitarian reasons, while others want to decrease their exposure to hormones, antibiotics, and potential contaminants that are in conventional dairy products<\/a>. When it comes to non-dairy alternatives<\/a>, however, the goal is to watch out for added sweeteners and flavorings. Certain brands try to trick the consumer into consuming something \u201chealthy,\u201d when it is not healthy in actuality<\/a>. For a list of plant-based dairy substitutes, look at the list below.<\/p>\n\n\n\n A glass of cow\u2019s milk is not the best source of calcium<\/a>. The average glass of milk contains 149 calories, 8 grams of fat, and 8 grams of protein. Unsweetened almond milk, on the other hand, contains 2.5 grams of healthy fat, 39 calories, and one gram of protein. You don’t need to load up on protein<\/a>, people, so the one gram per serving of almond milk isn’t detrimental to your health. It is the most common non-dairy milk out there, but coconut milk, cashew milk, oat milk, and hemp seed milk are other beneficial options. Try to steer clear of soy milk because soy is one of the most genetically engineered crops on the planet.<\/p>\n\n\n\n When it comes to baking, butter is one of the most common ingredients. As the saying goes, \u201cEverything is better with butter.\u201d You know what is omitted from that saying? Eating a lot of butter has been associated with increased levels of visceral fat<\/a>, higher cholesterol, and obesity. Mashed avocado, coconut oil<\/a>, and coconut butter are healthier plant-based alternatives to butter. All three of those alternatives contain healthy fats that benefit heart health<\/a>. Finally, make sure to avoid vegetable oil-based margarines because they still contain derivatives of dairy, for example, whey.<\/p>\n\n\n\n There are more dairy-free ice creams on the market now than ever before. A lot of the non-dairy ice creams are made from cashews, coconuts, almonds, or entirely nut-free when it comes to fruit sorbets. The only thing to watch for is the flavorings, dyes, and sugar content. The easiest way to avoid regular ice cream is to make your own ice cream at home using frozen fruit, cacao powder, or a small amount of plant milk. Click here<\/a> to browse the ice cream recipes in our dessert recipe section.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Cheese is typically what prevents vegetarians from committing to veganism; it\u2019s just that good. It is also incredibly fatty and rich in sodium. Luckily, nuts have the ability to form a creamy texture when blended, which is why many companies are producing vegan cashew cheese, for instance. While there are processed vegan cheeses, they contain a high amount of chemicals that are unhealthy to consume. Make your own cheeses using raw nuts, nutritional yeast, and seasonings. Nutritional yeast is an excellent seasoning for vegans because it offers a nutty, cheesy flavor.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Cream is the higher fat top layer that is separated from fresh milk. It is commonly used for many culinary applications, but there are many non-dairy options that you can use instead of regular half and half. Many non-dairy cream products are made from almond milk or coconut milk, but our favorite is the cream made from peas. It doesn\u2019t have the flavor of coconut and is easily used in cooking or in beverages.<\/p>\n\n\n\nWhy Should You Use Non-Dairy Substitutes?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Milk Alternatives<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Butter Alternatives<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Ice Cream Alternatives<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Cheese Alternatives<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Cream Alternatives<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
What To Watch Out For<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Intolerances<\/h3>\n\n\n\n