Almond milk: A healthy alternative to cow's milk

Leche de almendras: Una alternativa saludable a la leche de vaca
Have you ever heard milk of almonds? This drink has been a substitute for cow's milk since the middle ages.
Consists of the mixture of finely ground almonds with water and is low in calories, fat, carbohydrates and also gluten-free. When it comes to benefits to health, this milk meets all the requirements.

Benefits of almond milk

  • Almond milk is ideal for those who are not tolerant to lactose since it contains no.
  • For people who are allergic to gluten, this milk is wonderful because that does not contain casein, a milk which is chemically similar to the gluten protein.
  • The almond milk also may help reduce the risk of Alzheimer's disease and osteoporosis, through vitamin D, which helps in cell construction of the body.
  • This delicious drink reduces cholesterol, as well as also clean arteries. Thanks to its content of vitamin A, improving the function of the eyes and help to improve its ability to adapt to the changes of light. It can also help to increase health in bones.

Nutritional value of milk of almonds

  • Almond milk is one of the most nutritious milk substitutes available. It contains no saturated fat or cholesterol, but if it contains fatty acids omega-3, so is an excellent beverage for the heart.
  • This milk contains about three grams of fat per eight ounce serving. Its fat content is equivalent to rice milk. It is very low in calories (containing only 40 per serving), and does not have many carbohydrates (only 2 grams per serving). So that is very good for people seeking to lose weight or as part of an exercise program.
  • Almonds are rich in vitamins and minerals, so the almond milk does not need to be strengthened. Almonds contain vitamin E, manganese, selenium, magnesium, potassium, zinc, iron, fiber, phosphorus and calcium. The flavonoids in the milk of almonds help prevent cancer and delay the signs of aging. High levels of antioxidant vitamin E found in the milk of almonds make it very effective in the prevention of cancer.
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Almond milk is a little difficult to find at the grocery store, but the good news is that you can do it yourself at home. It is really worth to try it, don't you think?
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