Milk -- Which do you prefer?

I like 2%. It's the perfect amount of low-ish fat before we start getting into the milk-flavored-water territory (1/2% and lower). Also, doesn't whole milk get bad in like... a few days?

I've never tried soy or almond milk, to be honest.

EDIT: Is now a poll.

I'm with you. 2% just tastes better to me. Soy is gross. Whole milk is too thick to me.

I can drink whole, 2%, skim, etc. Though I'm sure all of SP realizes that Soy Milk and Almond Milk is not really milk, it should be within the category as well.

Almond Milk: Has a nutty scent and taste to it, it's like drinking almond and water.. Which sounds pretty disgusting. I bought one, and though it was ALRIGHT, I doubt I'll buy another. It wasn't that great to me.

Soy Milk: Ah, love this. I can drink it sweetened, unsweetened, or the chocolate/cocoa flavored Soy Milk, which is my favorite!!!!

Cow Milk: I'm neutral with it. I only drink to get stronger bones.

Goat Milk: . . . . . . . . .

Overall, I enjoy my chocolate Soy Milk.

A 2008 study found that men who consume an average of half a portion of soy products per day are more likely to have a lower concentration of sperm.[10] The study found a decreasing trend in sperm concentration correlated with the amount of isoflavones consumed as part of a soy rich diet. The study acknowledges further broader replication is required as it focused predominantly on overweight Caucasian men.[11] It also concludes by mentioning two other studies, one of which found no correlation between soy intake and sperm levels in men, and one that found a positive correlation between soy intake and sperm levels in men.

I remember hearing this before I looked it up in wiki. Apparently hormones that aren't good for men are present in soy.

Love 2% for the reasons you gave, Kaida. Plus it's actually healthy to have some fat in your milk. However, my family has bought Skim my entire life, and thus I'm used to that and enjoy it as well. I also adore soy milk, though some brands are definitely better than others (I prefer Silk).

What's Almond Milk?

I prefer 2% milk, but as long as the milk is from a cow, I'll drink it. No soy or almond fake milk, thanks.

My little brother is on this health kick so he only buys soy or almond milk. It just doesn't work with cereal.


edit: Also, rice milk. Ugh. So watery and sad. I'm slightly lactose intolerant, but I'd rather deal with being gassy all day than drinking sad, sad milk substitutes.

To the above Froz *I haz got ninja'dz*:



You should include Rice Dream in the list too, it's not dairy, but some people might consider it to be dairy. I've drank that too. Rice Dream isn't bad.

To the above Froz *I haz got ninja'dz*:

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You should include Rice Dream in the list too, it's not dairy, but some people might consider it to be dairy. I've drank that too. Rice Dream isn't bad.

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You know, I saw that in the list of milks but I didn't think anyone would pick it. Look, no one's picked almond yet.

That's mostly because it doesn't taste all that great. Hell, I've tried it and I'll tell you that. <_<;

I'm not a big fan of milk. I think I have minor lactose issues. When I do drink it, I like 2% milk. Goes well with cereal and desserts.

Oh, and soy milk is fucking gross.

I've been drinking 2% since i can remember having to choose what %. 1% tastes bad. Never tried anything besides those two.

I like any kind of milk except Almond, Soy, Skim, 1%, 1/2%, and milk substitutes.

That's 2% and Whole. I just noticed.

Hurray for being one of the two people who voted 1% milk.

Never tried 2% milk.

Ive had

Skim
1%
2%
Soy
Almond
Rice
Coconut

And i firmly stick with 2% being the best. (1% is good too) But whenever i switch %'s the milk tastes spoiled the first few times i drink it.

ALSO! FYI! EVERYBODY is lactose intolerant! Human bodies do NOT like lactose but.... some people build up more of an immunity to it and some people dont. I have a great immune system and i can drink milk all day every day.
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Only had and always had 2% milk.

Unless you count your infant years.

Kaida, add the vote for 'HUMAN' Milk there too .

Chocolate...?

Chocolate...?

Chocolate can be added to any of the milks I listed above. Have you ever put chocolate in skim milk? It tastes like... chocolate. Skim milk doesn't taste like anything -- it's just a filler.

"I am lactose intolerant. I have no patience for lactose, and I won't stand for it."

I've never tried them but I have to say the people that market soy milk such as silk and almond milk do a fantastic job making it look/seem delicious. Some day I shall have to give them a shot.

I typically use 1-2% milk, however it's predominantly used for cooking, coffee or cereal. I haven't had a straight up glass of milk in probably 3-4 years or so.

@Almond Milk: Interesting. I'm always willing to try new things, and considering almonds are my favorite kind of nut ( at the gutterminds reading this right now), I'm curious to see if I'd like the taste. Though considering everyone here who has tried it doesn't like it, I don't think there's much hope.

Never heard of almond milk. Only ever heard of almond powders that can be mixed with water into a beverage - this, i love. Of course, I love milk, but I wouldn't go as far as to consume it on a daily basis. Soy milk > milk.

Why milk isn't a healthy choice:

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The Truth about Dairy

According to Dr. Willett, who has done many studies and reviewed the research on this topic, there are many reasons to pass up milk, including:

1. Milk doesn't reduce fractures. Contrary to popular belief, eating dairy products has never been shown to reduce fracture risk. In fact, according to the Nurses' Health Study dairy may increase risk of fractures by 50 percent!

2. Less dairy, better bones. Countries with lowest rates of dairy and calcium consumption (like those in Africa and Asia) have the lowest rates of osteoporosis.

3. Calcium isn't as bone-protective as we thought. Studies of calcium supplementation have shown no benefit in reducing fracture risk. vitamin D appears to be much more important than calcium in preventing fractures.

4. Calcium may raise cancer risk. Research shows that higher intakes of both calcium and dairy products may increase a man's risk of prostate cancer by 30 to 50 percent. Plus, dairy consumption increases the body's level of insulin-like growth factor-1 (IGF-1) -- a known cancer promoter.

5. Calcium has benefits that dairy doesn't. Calcium supplements, but not dairy products, may reduce the risk of colon cancer.

6. Not everyone can stomach dairy. About 75 percent of the world's population is genetically unable to properly digest milk and other dairy products -- a problem called lactose intolerance.

Based on such findings, Dr. Willet has come to some important conclusions:

• Everybody needs calcium -- but probably not as much as our government's recommended daily allowance (RDA).
• Calcium probably doesn't prevent broken bones. Few people in this country are likely to reduce their fracture risk by getting more calcium.
• Men may not want to take calcium supplements. Supplements of calcium and vitamin D may be reasonable for women.
• Dairy may be unhealthy. Advocating dairy consumption may have negative effects on health.

If all that isn't enough to swear you off milk, there are a few other scientific findings worth noting. The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) recently asked the UDSA to look into the scientific basis of the claims made in the "milk mustache" ads. Their panel of scientists stated the truth clearly:

• Milk doesn't benefit sports performance.
• There's no evidence that dairy is good for your bones or prevents osteoporosis -- in fact, the animal protein it contains may help cause bone loss!
• Dairy is linked to prostate cancer.
• It's full of saturated fat and is linked to heart disease.
• Dairy causes digestive problems for the 75 percent of people with lactose intolerance.
• Dairy aggravates irritable bowel syndrome.

Simply put, the FTC asked the dairy industry, "Got Proof?" -- and the answer was NO!

Plus, dairy may contribute to even more health problems, like:

• Allergies
• Sinus problems
• Ear infections
• Type 1 diabetes
• Chronic constipation
• Anemia (in children)

Due to these concerns, many have begun to consider raw milk an alternative. But that isn’t really a healthy form of dairy either ...

Yes, raw, whole, organic milk eliminates concerns like pesticides, hormones, antibiotics, and the effects of homogenization and pasteurization -- but to me, these benefits don't outweigh dairy's potential risks.

From an evolutionary point of view, milk is a strange food for humans. Until 10,000 years ago we didn't domesticate animals and weren't able to drink milk (unless some brave hunter-gather milked a wild tiger or buffalo!).

If you don't believe that, consider this: The majority of humans naturally stop producing significant amounts of lactase -- the enzyme needed to properly metabolize lactose, the sugar in milk -- sometime between the ages of two and five. In fact, for most mammals, the normal condition is to stop producing the enzymes needed to properly digest and metabolize milk after they have been weaned.

Our bodies just weren't made to digest milk on a regular basis. Instead, most scientists agree that it's better for us to get calcium, potassium, protein, and fats from other food sources, like whole plant foods -- vegetables, fruits, beans, whole grains, nuts, seeds, and seaweed.

So here is my advice for dealing with dairy.

5 Tips for Dealing with Dairy

• Don’t rely on dairy for healthy bones. If you want healthy bones, get plenty of exercise and supplement with 2,000 IU of vitamin D daily.
• Get your calcium from food. These include dark green leafy vegetables, sesame tahini, sea vegetables, and sardines or salmon with the bones.
• Try giving up all dairy. That means eliminate milk, cheese, yogurt, and ice cream for two weeks and see if you feel better. You should notice improvements with your sinuses, post-nasal drip, headaches, irritable bowel syndrome, energy, and weight. Then start eating dairy again and see how you feel. If you feel worse, you should try to give it up for life.
• If you can tolerate dairy, use only raw, organic dairy products. I suggest focusing on fermented products like unsweetened yogurt and kefir, occasionally.
• If you have to feed your child formula from milk, don't worry. The milk in infant formula is hydrolyzed or broken down and easier to digest (although it can still cause allergies). Once your child is a year old, switch him or her to real food and almond milk.

Still got milk? I hope not! Remember, dairy is not crucial for good health. I encourage you to go dairy-free and see what it does for you.

src: http://www.ultrawellness.com/blog/why-yo...avoid-milk

Do I believe this? Duh, yes. But mostly for how it makes sense to me. My mother often explains how different my sister and I are, health-wise. Compared to my sister, I'm actually a healthy baby. Back around the time she was pregnant with me, she didn't consume milk, and stuck to chinese herbal remedies to maintain her health. I was often sick as a child, down with fever, cold/flu, but I never had any allergies till later on in my mid teenage years when milk was consumed daily. Now I have allergy caused migraines.

With my sister, she would boil milk and add eggs into the milk to drink as a beverage every morning. This, was supposedly healthy for her, the doc said so and her friends did. But when my sister turned 4, she started to have allergy symptoms all over the place. Blue and red food coloring, chicken, pineapple, dust mites, flower pollen, various nuts, bananas .. and so much more would make her face swollen up, eyes red, and itch all over the body. It was a nightmare dealing with her when she came home from school in that condition. So once again, I love milk, but not its possible long term health side-effects.