Do you really know? What are plant milks?
Sep 9, 2025
Discover the rising trend of plant milks and how they’re increasingly dominating supermarket shelves. Shoppers in the UK have spent millions more on these alternatives, reflecting their growing appeal. The podcast uncovers whether these products truly qualify as milk and dives into their nutritional benefits. With a sweet taste, plant milks are becoming a breakfast favorite for those lactose intolerant. It also highlights the environmental impacts and the importance of consuming them in moderation.
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Plant Milks Aren't 'Milk' By Definition
- By strict definition milk comes from mammals while plant milks are made from cereals, fruits, and legumes.
- The dairy industry disputes the name because 'milk' traditionally means mammalian milk.
Choose Low-Sugar, Minimal-Additive Options
- Check ingredient lists and pick low-sugar plant milks with minimal additives.
- Avoid flavoured varieties like vanilla and products containing carrageenan to reduce risks of inflammation.
Nutritional Tradeoffs Of Plant Milks
- Plant milks often contain less fat but also significantly less protein and calcium than animal milks.
- Many plant milks have high sugar content and can be nutritionally comparable to soda or processed juice.