Plant-Based Milks Not <br />as Healthy as Dairy<br />.<br />Nondairy drinkers assume their milk is <br />more nutritious, according to a recent survey <br />by Consumer Reports.<br />.<br />Half of all American consumers are confused about plant milks and their nutritional profile, Ellen Klosz, nutritionist, Consumer Reports, <br />via 'TODAY'<br />.<br />Many believe that the milks have higher levels of nutrients than cows milk, which is not necessarily true.<br />, Ellen Klosz, via 'TODAY'.<br />Klosz and her team analyzed 35 types of nondairy milks, including almond, coconut, oat and soy.<br />.<br />The team gave each milk a score based on <br />its nutritional value, flavor and texture.<br />.<br />They also compared the vitamins and minerals in each nondairy milk to a serving of cow's milk.<br />.<br />Those looking for a milk that's similar to cows milk should know that they do vary quite a bit, as far as the protein is concerned, because cow's milk has high amounts of protein, Ellen Klosz, via 'TODAY'<br /><br /><br />.<br />Unsweetened Silk Organic Soy Milk ranked the highest overall of the milks that were analyzed.<br />.<br />Its nutrition was rated "very good," and its texture was "excellent."
