Nutritional Benefits of Almond Milk & Hemp Milk

Almond milk and hemp milk are healthy milk alternatives

Almond milk and hemp milk are creamy drinks made from plant materials. They contain no dairy, which makes them suitable for use by those who are lactose intolerant, allergic to milk, vegan or who don't like the taste of dairy products.

Production

Almond milk is produced by grinding raw or roasted almonds until completely crushed into liquid form. Hemp milk is made from crushed raw hemp seeds.

Almond Milk Nutrition

Almond milk is high in vitamin E, vitamin D, vitamin A, monounsaturated fats, protein, zinc, calcium, iron, potassium and magnesium.

Hemp Milk Nutrition

Hemp milk has high levels of omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids, calcium, potassium, phosphorous, folic acid, magnesium, iron, zinc and vitamins A, E, D and B12.

Uses

Both almond milk and hemp milk can be used as substitutes for cow's milk, which is especially good for those allergic to cow's milk. They can be drunk straight, used as a non-dairy creamer in coffee or tea, and used in recipes calling for milk as an ingredient.

Health Benefits

Hemp milk has been linked to better immune system functioning, heart health, brain boosting properties and benefits to hair, skin and nails. Almond milk is believed to share healthful properties with raw almonds, including lowering cholesterol and modulating blood sugar levels.

References

• Lifestyle Lounge: Almond Milk
• Blue Diamond Almonds
• The benefits of organic hemp milk

Resources

• Read this Article in Spanish
• WH Foods: Almonds
• Post Gazette: Hemp milk