Monday, August 6, 2012

WHAT IS ' ALMOND MILK...'

ALMOND MILK...
We've heard about soy milk being used as an alternative to cow's milk, however, what about almond milk? Almond milk like soy milk is not milk in the literal sense. It is a drink made from ground almonds and water. Almonds soaked for 6-8 hours in water are drained and blended with water until a milk-like consistency is obtained. The skin and granules are removed by straining. Blendin
g a few dates along with the almonds gives it 

a sweet taste. Almond milk nutrition facts as well as its health benefits make it a suitable replacement for cow's milk.
Almond milk can be prepared at home and is also available at supermarkets.
Since almond milk is extracted from almonds, it is lactose-free and can be easily consumed by lactose intolerant people.
Almond Milk and Cow Milk??
Cow milk is obtained by milking a cow. You can make almond milk at home easily. You just need to soak the almonds in water overnight and then grind them with water in a blender or food processor. Strain the resultant liquid and almond milk is ready!
Both almond and cow milk need to be stored in the refrigerator.
Almond milk cannot replace cow milk in a baby's diet.
Both almond and cow milk are healthy and economical. 
Cow milk (whole) is rich in fat but you can opt for a low fat version. Since almond milk contains no saturated fat, it is a low carb, low calorie healthy alternative for cow milk.

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