Plant-based milk: how to choose?

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What is a plant-based milk?
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Plant-based milk: who is it for?
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Which plant-based milk should you choose?
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Where to find plant-based milk?

The consumption of plant-based milks (or plant-based drinks) is rising sharply in France and around the world. This article aims to shed some light on the subject.

Do it yourself

It is entirely possible to make your own plant-based milk! You will just need water, grains or nuts, a blender, and filters!

What is a plant-based milk?

A plant-based milk, or plant-based drink, is made from water and ground cereals or dried fruits.

It can be used as a substitute for cow's milk, as a drink and in cooking. Plant-based milks are naturally lactose-free, low in fat and sugars, cholesterol-free, and largely gluten-free.

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Plant-based milk: who is it for?

Plant-based milk can be consumed by everyone, except where intolerances or allergies to tree nuts or gluten (in the case of oat milk) are present.

It is recommended for vegans, and for those who are intolerant to or allergic to cow's milk proteins.

Please note, plant-based milk should not be given to infants. If you have any concerns, speak to your doctor.

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Which plant-based milk should you choose?

There are many plant-based milks; here are the main benefits and drawbacks of the most common ones:

Soya milk

Almond milk

Rice milk

Oat milk

Coconut milk

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You can also find plant-based drinks made from quinoa, spelt, chestnut, hazelnut, hemp, cashew…

It is beneficial to vary your milks to obtain a range of different nutrients.

Please note that you can now also find plant-based creams that can be very useful in cooking.

Where to find plant-based milk?

You can find all sorts of plant-based milks in health food shops, but now also in supermarkets.

It is entirely possible to make your own plant-based milk! You will just need water, grains or nuts, a blender and some filters!

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Author

Pauline Benaroch

Dietitian nutritionist specialising in women's nutrition

Nutrition expert at Jolly Mama, Pauline Benaroch supports women from fertility through to the postpartum period with an approach grounded in science and enjoyment. Founder of the community @LesHealthyMamas (+10,000 members) and author of Je mange quoi pendant 9 mois (Larousse, 2024), she champions balanced and accessible nutrition for all women.