Soy Milk
What is Soy Milk?
Soy milk is a plant-based beverage made from soybeans and water. The soybeans are typically soaked, ground, and then strained to remove the pulp, resulting in a milky liquid. It is often fortified with vitamins and minerals.
Is Soy Milk vegan?
Soy Milk is not animal-derived. Products that contain it can still include other animal-derived ingredients, so check the full ingredient list.
Is Soy Milk gluten-free?
It does not contain gluten.
Is Soy Milk a major allergen?
Soy milk is derived from soy, which is one of the 9 major allergens recognized by the FDA.
What is Soy Milk used for?
Soy milk is used as a dairy-free alternative in a wide variety of foods, including baked goods, desserts, and beverages.
Is Soy Milk safe?
Soy milk is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used as intended.
Why it's used
Soy milk is used as a dairy-free alternative in a wide variety of foods, including baked goods, desserts, and beverages. Manufacturers use it for its creamy texture, mild flavor, and nutritional profile, often as a base for dairy-free products.
Health notes
Soy milk is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used as intended. It is a source of protein and isoflavones, which are plant compounds that may have various health effects. Regulatory bodies like EFSA have evaluated soy products, and research on the health impacts of soy consumption is ongoing, with some studies suggesting potential benefits and others raising questions.
Allergen info
Soy milk is derived from soy, which is one of the 9 major allergens recognized by the FDA. It does not contain gluten.
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