Eating Healthy - Almond Milk

Milk is the very first nourishment a human being gets after making an entrance to the earth. At that time it provides all the nutritional needs of the body. For a long time people have been depending on animal milk for their daily nourishment, even adults consume milk on a daily basis. But, it was discovered that milk had some not very good effect on people. For instance, it contains unsaturated fats which wreck havoc in the plans of those wishing to lose weight. These extra calories once taken daily eventually lead to accumulation of unwanted fats in the body. These fats have adverse effects on the health of individuals. There are also many people who have milk allergies or they may have a hard time digesting milk. Almond milk is therefore the great option for milk lovers who love the creamy taste, but want to get away from the unhealthy fats and animal proteins. Almond milk can be bought commercially and can also be easily made at home. This is done by mixing ground almonds and water in a blender.
Almonds activate enzymes in the body system so that the body mechanisms are promoted and proper functioning of the body.
For vegetarians who don't consume animal produce either by choice or due to health issues, almond milk is the best way to go. This milk has no further ingredients other than the almonds themselves and water.
For those concerned about the taste, rest assured that almond milk has a very agreeable taste which experts describe as "light, nutty." The milk is also light and clear and flows smoothly which makes consuming it not only a matter of health but also to enjoy it.
Research has it that most skin problems like acne are as a result of a poor diet. Milk is a major cause of the breakout of acne pimples on the skin. However more research has established that almond milk has no effect on the skin since it has no saturated fats. This ensures that there is no deposition in the skin surface. Therefore for people who want to maintain a good skin, almond milk is the best. It cures acne in a natural way instead of introducing harsh products than later have more devastating effects on the skin.
Almond milk is much cheaper than normal milk. This gives you more nutrients at a cheaper rate than the conventional one. Also it proves a better snack than the normal ones that are loaded with calories, chemicals, and hormones which are harmful to the body.
Almond milk can also be used in other recipes like in cakes, pastries and also used as additives in normal dishes. This is because it has an agreeable taste and will not alter the taste in a negative way.
So you can make your daily intake of milk a step further into good health by choosing to use almond milk.

How to Easily Make Almond Milk, At Home!

Did you know you could make creamy rich almond milk at home? In this article I will show you how easy it is to make raw almond milk at home, using common ingredients. Making your very own raw almond milk has never been so easy!
Almonds contain heart healthy fats and are a good source of vitamin E, magnesium, and potassium and their creamy texture makes them a perfect choice for making a healthy nut milk. Nut milk is a great substitution for cow's milk because it tastes great and easy to make. Many people who suffer from a milk allergy, including myself, substitute almond milk so that they can still enjoy their cereal in the morning! Nut milk can also be used in smoothies or by itself. Natural flavorings can be added to the milk such as carob, chocolate, or vanilla.
The first thing you need to make almond milk is a a good source of organic (if possible) almonds. You can find them online, at a natural grocery store, or if you live in California, at your local farmer's market.
1. To make one batch of milk you need 1 cup of almonds.
2. Rinse them well and then soak them in a bowl of water in the refrigerator overnight or at least 6 hours.
3. After they have been soaked, rinse them well and then put them in a blender with 3 cups of cold filtered water.
Blend them in the blender until the water in the blender is a milky white color.
4. Then strain the liquid through a strainer, cheesecloth, or something called a nut milk bag, sprout bag, or filtering bag.
The nut milk bags are inexpensive and easy to find online. The bags really make it easy. If you don't have the bags you can use a large strainer or some cheesecloth. Squeeze the liquid through the cheesecloth or nut milk bag over a big bowl and discard the pulp or save it to bake with.
5. Put the milk back into your blender and add some sweetener and flavorings. My favorite is to add 3 soft chopped dates and a teaspoon vanilla extract. But you could use a teaspoon of honey or a pinch of stevia powder. Blend the milk with the flavorings until smooth.
6. Store your almond milk in a sealed container in the refrigerator. It should last no more than 3-4 days. Do not consume it if it smells sour, it will not last as long as regular milk because it is not pasteurized.
The fiber will naturally separate from the water so you must shake the almond milk before using it.
The ratio of 1 cup almonds to 3 cups water is the perfect ratio to make a silky milk but if you want a richer or more fatty milk add 2 cups of water to 1 cup almonds or for a more watery milk add 4 cups water to 1 cup almonds.
Another option, if you don't want to use your blender to make almond milk, you can buy a soy milk maker that can also make nut milks as well. My favorite soy milk maker is called the Soyabella by Tribest. The Soyabella gives you the option of making cooked or raw nut milks and does the blending for you.
I hope that I have shown you how easy it is to make almond milk, if you would like step by step instructions with pictures of how to make almond milk please check out the resources below.