Report examines health benefits of plant-based beverages
Marketing suggests that plant-based beverages are equivalent substitutes for dairy milk, but nutrient profiles show these beverages are fundamentally different types of food.
A new report from Cornucopia Institute, Cornucopia, Wis., takes an in-depth look at what plant-based beverages really offer consumers, how they are marketed and how they compare to cow's milk.
The report, "Pouring" Over Plant-Based Beverages,” reveals that beverages made from seeds, fruits, nuts, legumes and cereals often contain little plant material. What’s more is that manufacturers heavily sweeten the drinks to improve flavor and add thickeners and gums to make them seem creamy.