Plant-based milks

There seems to be a rise in the popularity of nondairy, plant-based milk substitutes for cow's milk. According to research from 2018, consumption of milk from cows has been falling while interest in alternative milks has increased. The following are some examples of the various plant-based milk products:

• Almond
• Hemp
• Oat
• Soy
• Coconut
• Rice
• ...

The center aisles and refrigerator section of your grocery store have a large selection of non-dairy "milks" for you to choose from. Because some plant-based milk substitutes have higher levels of sugar and salt than cow's milk, consumers may want to look for low-salt and no-added-sugar options. Despite being labeled as "original" or "no added sugars", they typically include a sweetener of some type. If you're concerned about added sugar, "unsweetened" plant milk is the one to choose.