Knowledge

Soy milk is made from soybeans and filtered water. Like other plant-based milk alternatives, it may contain thickeners to improve consistency and shelf life.

One cup of unsweetened soy milk has:

◎ about 80 to 100 calories

◎ 4 grams of carbohydrates (sweetened varieties have more)

◎ 4 grams of fat

◎ 7 grams of protein

Because it comes from plants, soy milk is naturally free of cholesterol and low in saturated fat. It also contains no lactose.

Soybeans and soy milk are a good source of protein, calcium (when fortified), and potassium.

Here’s a selection of soy milk to try.

Pros of soy milk

■ It’s a good source of potassium and can be fortified with vitamins A, B-12, and D, as well as calcium.

■ It contains as much protein as cow’s milk, yet is lower in calories than whole milk and about equal to the calories in 1 percent or 2 percent milk.

■ It contains very little saturated fat.

Cons of soy milk

■ Soy is a common allergen for both adults and children.

■ Most of the soy produced in the United States comes from genetically modified plants, which is a concern to some.

By Jillian Kubala, MS, RD 

https://www.healthline.com/health/milk-almond-cow-soy-rice