I would think this is 100% times better for us when cutting....40 cals per serving. NO SUGAR. HEALTHY FATS and much more...
basically all it is is water + ground up almonds (since i got it unsweetened) makes the protein drink much thicker and even slows digestion due to the healthy fats =]
Almond milk is a milky drink made from ground almonds. Unlike animal milk, almond milk contains no cholesterol or lactose. It can be used as a substitute for animal milk in many recipes, and is also completely vegan. Commercial almond milk products such as brand Almond Breeze, come in plain, vanilla, or chocolate flavors. They are often enriched with vitamins. It can also be made at home by combining ground almonds with water in a blender. Vanilla flavoring and sweeteners are often added. However, users should be cautious not to use bitter almonds, since the combination of bitter almonds and water releases cyanide[1].
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* 1 Health
* 2 History
* 3 See also
* 4 External links
[edit] Health
Almond milk is promoted as a healthy alternative to cow's milk for reasons including:[citation needed]
* It lacks casein
* It is safe for people with lactose intolerance or milk allergy
* Contains far less saturated fat than cow's milk.
Almond milk is also promoted as an alternative to soy milk for those with soy allergies, or those who wish to avoid soy due to its estrogenic properties or hexane content.
[edit] History
In the Middle Ages, almond milk was known in both the Islamic world and Christendom, where its vegetable composition