DIY: Homemade Almond Milk


Updated 08/04/11 5:07 PM · Posted by FitSugar · 8 comments

How to Make Almond Milk

If you are lactose intolerant, vegan, or just looking for a delicious alternative to milk, try making almond milk. You'll discover almonds create a rich, creamy, and sweet milk that you can use countless ways. Pour it over your cereals or granola, substitute it for milk when baking, or make it the cream base for savory or sweet sauces. Store your almond milk in a glass milk jug for a vintage Read more

Got Something Else Besides Milk? 5 Delicious Milk Substitutes


Updated 09/28/11 9:32 PM · Posted by · 8 comments

5 Delicious Milk Substitutes

With my sensitive stomach and a lactose intolerant fiancé, you won't find any dairy milk in my fridge. What you will find instead is goat's milk, rice milk, and almond milk, and I'm fully satisfied with all of the above — ice cream on the other hand is a slow work in progress. Thankfully with all the dairy free options on store shelves today, it's easy to steer clear of milk and choose some Read more

A Reader Recipe: Holiday Cranberry Smoothie


Updated 12/13/10 2:02 PM · Posted by · 4 comments

Cranberry Smoothie Recipe

This cranberry smoothie recipe was shared by FitSugar reader JuicyNoelle in our Healthy Recipe community group. The little cranberry, such an under appreciated fruit. For years cranberry juice has been thought to reduce or eliminate urinary tract infections, but more recent studies have also linked this tiny tart goodie with antioxidant and anti-inflammatory benefits along with benefits in Read more

Milk Wars: Cow, Soy, Rice, Almond, Hemp, Oat, Oh My!


Updated 08/16/11 9:29 PM · Posted by FitSugar · 17 comments

Calories in Different Types of Milk

Regular cow's milk was the only kind of milk you'd find in my fridge when I was a kid, but as I grew older (and discovered lactose wasn't my best friend), I switched over to nondairy alternatives like soy and rice milk. Now they have so many different milk variations (one of the reasons the Dairy Federation wants to restrict use of the word "milk"), so how do you know which is the most nutritious Read more

Milk Breakdown


Updated 02/02/12 5:34 PM · Posted by FitSugar · 59 comments

Nutritional Breakdown of Milk Products

Isn't it amazing how many types of milk are available? You can get cow's milk, but if you're lactose intolerant or vegan, you can use soy milk instead. If you're worried about the possible health risks of eating too much soy, you can pick up some rice milk. If you're not into the watery consistency, then there's always almond milk. Basically, you have a lot of options. Nutritionally speaking, Read more

Almond Milk: It's Dairy, Cholesterol and Soy Free


Updated 04/21/08 7:07 AM · Posted by FitSugar · 35 comments

Almond Milk is Dairy, Cholesterol and Soy Free

If you're lactose intolerant or vegan, then you obviously steer clear of cow's milk. It's great that there are a few milk alternatives out there, but if you've ever tried them, you know they're not perfect. There's soy milk which tastes a lot like regular milk, but some people don't want to drink it because they're concerned about the health risks of eating too much soy. There's also rice milk, Read more

Dairy-Free Ways to Get Your Chocolate Fix


Updated 05/18/12 7:50 PM · Posted by · 0 comments

Dairy-Free Chocolate Dessert Ideas

If dairy products don't sit well with your belly or you choose to eat a vegan diet, then you can still satisfy your chocolate cravings. Although milk chocolate is made with dairy, many dark chocolate products are not. Just be sure to read the label before indulging in any chocolatey treat. I've done the legwork for you and gathered a list of my favorite dessert products and recipes that don't Read more

Staying Vegan on the Big Day: Wedding Menu Options


Updated 05/18/12 1:20 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Vegan Wedding Menu Ideas

Even though wedding meals typically include bacon-wrapped scallops, filet mignon, and wedding cake smothered in buttercream frosting, you can still enjoy a delicious vegan menu if you, your partner, or your guests follow this animal-free diet. A little creative planning is all it takes, and since many venues, caterers, and bakers are being asked more about vegan options, chances are your venders Read more

4 Coffee Break Tips to Boost Your Energy (It's Not Just About Caffeine!)


Updated 05/16/12 5:53 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Reasons to Take an Afternoon Coffee Break

We are pumped to share one of our favorite stories from Self here on FitSugar! Are the words "coffee break" kind of an oxymoron to you? Probably so if you are just guzzling your grande while you are still at your desk and barely even looking up from your work. While it's true that caffeine can provide you with a jolt of energy, taking an actual break to enjoy your coffee could be the key to Read more

Adventures in Ingredients: Aloe Vera


Updated 04/19/12 3:36 PM · Posted by · 4 comments

Cooking With Aloe Vera

For weeks, I'd been eying these spiky succulent leaves at Berkeley Bowl. I always knew that aloe vera came from this common plant, but never thought I would actually need or want the opportunity to work with it myself. And then there's the whole issue of cooking with it and how to harvest it. It's popular in coconut water these days, but other than that, ingesting it is somewhat uncommon. But Read more