Nutritionist names 5 healthiest types of milk you should always buy

What makes milk more or less healthy

When buying milk, look for unflavored milk without added sugar or thickeners.

But in addition to the huge number of options, many seemingly healthy dairy products can actually contain unwanted ingredients, such as preservatives and other mysterious additives.

Nutritionist Erin Davis said that choosing the milk that is best for you will depend on your preferences and personal health needs.

If you prefer protein or calcium intake and can easily tolerate dairy products, cow's milk may be the best choice. Cow's milk is naturally rich in vitamins, minerals, and proteins.

Vitamin D is a nutrient that you will find in both plant and cow's milk due to its benefits for the whole body.

The healthiest types of milk

Oat milk

It contains more carbohydrates than most other types of plant milk and also contains beta-glucan and prebiotic fiber, which helps to nourish gut bacteria, slow digestion, and improve overall blood sugar levels.

You're also sure to find other beneficial nutrients in oat milk, such as lignans, a type of plant compound, and B vitamins, including B12 and riboflavin, which combine to support energy metabolism and a healthy immune system.

Almond milk

Almond milk is one of the most common plant-based options after oat milk due to its neutral flavor and creamy texture. Unsweetened almond milk is low in carbohydrates and calories.

In addition, almond milk is rich in heart-healthy unsaturated fats, immune-boosting vitamin E, and a number of anti-inflammatory phytonutrients.

Milk from grass-fed cows

Milk from grass-fed cows contains omega-3 fatty acids, which have many health benefits. These benefits include reduced inflammation, cholesterol levels, and even blood pressure measurement.

Soy milk

Soy milk is not only the most similar to cow's milk in terms of amino acid profile (contains all nine essential amino acids, which provides complete protein) but also has the most pleasant taste.

Hemp milk

This is another milk that contains all nine essential amino acids. It also contains omega-3 fatty acids and is lower in calories, making it a great option for those who are watching their weight.

In addition, hemp boasts significant amounts of vitamin E, calcium, iron, zinc, magnesium, potassium, and phosphorus.

What should be in the composition of healthy milk

To determine the healthiness of milk with confidence, rely on the following recommendations:

• Avoid options with added sugar, thickeners, preservatives, or other unknown ingredients
• Unflavored milk is likely to be free of unhealthy ingredients
• Seek out options that contain more than five grams of protein per serving
• The ideal choice is fortified with at least two micrograms of vitamin D per serving
• Choice milk with 250 milligrams or more of calcium per serving for bone health

Earlier, we reported which dairy products are the most beneficial for children, adults, and the elderly.

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