Alternative dairy products to replace cow milk : Try them out for weight loss

Consumption of cow milk is debatable for those aspiring for weight loss and for those who are lactose intolerant. Today, there are a number of milk alternatives available in the market, which are not only weight loss-friendly, but are also suitable for people who have lactose intolerance.

Here are some cow milk alternatives

It is important to note that cow milk does not cause weight gain and is nutritious. It is in fact an important source of your daily calcium and Vitamin D intake. But if for any reason you want to make a switch from cow milk, you can try the following.

You can obtain coconut milk by squeezing white flesh of the coconut. You can add water to it to reduce its thickness and bring it to the desired consistency. Coconut milk is widely consumed in southern parts of India.

It has a pleasant taste and makes for a great cow milk alternative for people with nut allergies and lactose intolerance. Coconut milk contains beneficial medium-chain triglycerides which are good for heart health. However, it contains relatively high fat and should be consumed in controlled proportions if weight loss is your target.

Soy milk is protein-rich alternative to cow milk. Soybeans are a good source of complete protein. It makes for an excellent protein source for vegetarians and vegans. Nutritionally too soy milk is closer to cow milk.

You can prepare almond milk at home. Soak a cup of almonds in water for 8 to 10 hours. Blend them and strain away the solids. What you get is a protein-rich almond milk. It is low in calories and carbs as compared to cow milk. Almond milk can make for a suitable choice for those on keto diet and low-carb diet. Almond milk is also a rich source of Vitamin E.

Oat milk is made by soaking whole oats. It has a creamy texture and makes for a fibre-rich alternative to cow milk. Soluble fibre in oat milk helps in slowing down digestion, keeping you full for longer.