Milk/Milk Substitutes: Nutrition Facts and Calories
This category includes dairy milks and a variety of plant-based alternatives like almond, soy, oat, and rice beverages. These products can be a source of nutrients such as calcium and vitamin D, which is often added. When choosing products in this category, checking the Nutrition Facts label is helpful. Pay attention to "Added Sugars." The 2025-2030 Dietary Guidelines for Americans suggest limiting added sugars, recommending no amount, and at most 10 grams per meal. For "Saturated Fat," the Dietary Guidelines advise consuming less than 10% of daily calories from saturated fat. The FDA Daily Value for sodium is 2,300 milligrams, so check the "Sodium" content. On the ingredient list, look for the main components, especially for plant-based options, and note where added sugars appear. Some products may contain thickeners or stabilizers, which are common in many packaged foods. All values are shown per 100 g so products can be compared.
64 products · values per 100 g