So after tearing up the idea of drinking milk I'm here to give everyone a good alternative. Almond Milk is the best substitute for milk that I've found. I tried soy milk and the taste didn't agree with me. My wife recommended Almond Milk so I tried it and was hooked instantly. It tastes great, contains no dairy or casein, and is better for you than other milk alternatives. It's also incredibly easy to make right in your own kitchen. Basically the only organic ingredients you need are almonds and a pinch of salt. This link will take you to an instructables (great website for everything diy) post that will run you through the steps of making your own almond milk. Almond milk is also available at almost any grocery store in the health food section. What about calcium you say? 1 cup of almond milk contains about 30% of our recommended daily calcium intake. You shouldn't be looking to dairy as your source of calcium anyway when there are so many sources that contain just as much if not more calcium. 2 packets of oatmeal has more calcium in it than a cup of whole milk, and without the accompanied unhealthy fat (there are many healthy fats out there). A cup of almonds contains more calcium than a cup of milk, contains unsaturated fats that lower cholesterol and is full of omega 3 fatty acids that are great for your heart. Some other foods that are high in calcium include brazil nuts, pistachio nuts, salmon, oysters, kidney beans, and broccoli to name a few.
So if you're searching for a milk alternative or just looking to supplement your diet with additional calcium there are numerous options. Take the time to do your own research and find the option that best suits you.
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Also the problem with drinking milk as a source of calcium is that milk creates an acidic environment in your body. To counter this, your body has to pull reserves of calcium and magnesium from your bones, which actually makes your bones weaker!
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