How to Make Coconut Milk – and what is the benefits
Oh, the creamy goodness of milk. Whether on cereal, in smoothies, soups, or just by the glass, humans love milk. Unfortunately, milk from animals can cause serious health problems, and contemporary dairy practices take a heavy toll on the environment. But milk made from coconuts provides a wonderful alternative for all ages.
The Problems with Dairy Milk
Milk that comes from animals, especially cows, can cause or contribute to several health problems. Dairy milk triggers allergic reactions in many people, and lactose intolerance is even more common. Up to sixty percent of Caucasian adults and eighty percent of African, Asian, Indigenous, and Hispanic adults cannot properly digest dairy.
Milk is the number one allergen for children. An allergic reaction can result in anaphylactic shock, which can be fatal if not treated immediately. And consuming cow’s milk can cause less severe but still unhealthy reactions in children, such as causing other allergies, interfering with development of the digestive system, and intestinal bleeding.
Cow’s milk is high in saturated fat and cholesterol. This can contribute to heart disease, obesity, diabetes, and other diseases. It is also high in lactose, a type of sugar. Some types of milk can spike blood sugar levels almost as much as drinking fruit juice or soda pop, because they deliver simple carbohydrates without fiber.
Lastly, commercial dairies are a significant contributor to global warming. Methane emissions, deforestation, water pollution, and other factors involved in milk production give it a large carbon footprint. And dairy animals in industrial facilities often live and die in cruel, unsanitary, torturous conditions.
There are many healthy alternatives to cow’s milk that can be made at home. Enjoy the benefits of creamy coconut milk by making drinks, soups, and treats your whole family will love.