Plant-based milk vs. dairy milk (nutrition and macros)

07/01/2025 4 min Episodio 27

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Episode Synopsis

Plant-based milks are growing in popularity, but are they really as nutritious as dairy milk? A recent study found that most alternatives fall short in protein and essential nutrients like calcium and vitamin D.
Philip (⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@witsandweights⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠) explores the pros and cons of plant-based milks, helping you make informed choices based on your dietary goals. From soy to almond to oat, not all milks are created equal.
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Further listening (from ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Wits & Weights⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠):
A Gallon of Milk a Day (The Reality of Mark Rippetoe's GOMAD)
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Plant-based milks aren't "nutritionally equivalent" to dairy milk