The hesitation among the public to switch from cow’s milk to non-dairy milk often stems from concerns about nutritional adequacy. Cow’s milk has long been regarded as a primary source of essential nutrients, including calcium, vitamin D, and protein, and many fear that plant-based milks won’t provide the same amounts of these vital nutrients, potentially leading to deficiencies. This concern is particularly strong among parents considering non-dairy milks for their children, as well as those with special dietary needs. We believe the key to allaying these apprehensions lies in educating the public about how our plant-based beverages are fortified with nutrients and have a nutritional profile that equals, and sometimes even surpasses, the benefits of cow’s milk.
To address these legitimate concerns, we fortify our plant milks with calcium and other vitamins, committing ourselves to providing healthy, viable alternatives to dairy milks.
That’s what we want to cover in this article. At Natura, we understand the importance of maintaining a well-balanced diet, especially when seeking dairy alternatives. We are dedicated to supporting your health by fortifying our plant-based beverages with vitamins and with calcium to levels equal to or greater than that of cow’s milk. Our goal is to make delicious, healthy beverages. To achieve this, each of our plant-based milks is enriched with essential vitamins and nutrients, such as calcium, ensuring a perfect balance of nutrition and taste in every serving.
Let’s take a look at the nutritional content of each of our plant-based beverages: soy milk, almond milk, rice milk and oat milk. We’ll provide detailed information on nutrient amounts per serving in milligrams (mg) and micrograms (μg), comparing these to the recommended daily values (% DV).
Natura Organic Soy Beverages
Natura Organic Soy beverages are distinctive for their nutrient-rich composition. They are fortified with omega-3 and folic acid, two essential nutrients that can contribute to heart health. Like all our plant-based milks, our soy beverages are enriched with vitamins.
Nutritional Profile of Natura Organic Original Soy Milk:
Each serving (1 cup / 250 mL) of Natura Organic Original Soy Milk contains:
-Potassium : 250 mg (5% DV)
-Calcium : 300 mg (23% DV)
-Iron : 1 mg (6% DV)
-Vitamin A : 100 µg (11% DV)
-Vitamin D : 2 µg (10% DV)
-Thiamine : 0.1 mg (8% DV)
-Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin) : 0.4 mg (31% DV)
-Niacin : 2.25 mg (14% DV)
-Vitamin B6 : 0.1 mg (6% DV)
-Vitamin B12 : 1 µg (42% DV) µg
-Pantothenate : 0.9 mg (18% DV)
Magnesium : 35 mg (8% DV)
Zinc : 1 mg (9% DV)
Explore Our Varieties of Soy Beverages:
In addition to Natura Organic Original Soy Milk, we also have soy beverages in these flavours:
-Organic Chocolate Soy
-Organic Strawberry Soy
-Organic Vanilla Soy
-Organic Original Light (Barista Friendly) Soy
-Organic Unsweetened Soy
-Organic Vanilla Light Soy
-Cappuccino Soy
To discover more about Natura soy beverages, their health benefits, and the nutritional details of the above flavors, please visit our website: www.natura.ca/en/products/soy
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Natura Almond Beverages: Barista Approved!
Natura almond beverages taste delicious and are low in calories. They are also rich in nutrients such as calcium and vitamins D, B2 and B12. They are an excellent option for those looking for a healthy and tasty alternative to cow’s milk. You can enjoy our almond milk hot or cold, whether poured over your morning cereal, in your recipes or even as a replacement for non-dairy creamer.
Nutritional Profile of Natura Original Almond Milk:
Each serving (1 cup / 250 mL) of Natura Original Almond Milk contains:
– Potassium : 175 mg (4% DV)
-Calcium : 300 mg (23% DV)
-Iron : 0.1 mg (1% DV)
-Vitamin A : 100 µg (11% DV)
-Vitamin D : 2 µg (10% DV)
-Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin) : 0.4 mg (31% DV)
-Vitamin B12 : 1 µg (42% DV) µg
-Zinc : 1 mg (9% DV)
Explore Our Varieties of Almond Milk Flavors:
Besides Natura Original Almond Milk, we also offer almond beverages in the following flavours:
-Chocolate Almond
-Vanilla Almond
-Unsweetened Almond
-Unsweetened Coconut Almond
-Unsweetened Vanilla Almond
To learn more about our almond beverages, their health benefits, and the nutritional profile of the flavors mentioned above, visit: www.natura.ca/en/products/almond
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Natura Organic Rice Beverages
We can all benefit from reducing the fat, sodium and cholesterol in our diet. But that doesn’t mean we have to sacrifice flavor. Our rice-based beverages are made from whole-grain brown and white rice, making them a delicious complement to breakfast cereals, a refreshing drink on their own, or a versatile ingredient in many recipes.
Nutritional Profile of Natura Organic Original Rice Milk:
Here’s what you’ll find in each serving (1 cup / 250 mL) of Natura Original Rice Milk:
-Potassium : 40 mg (1% DV)
-Calcium : 300 mg (23% DV)
-Vitamin A : 100 µg (11% DV)
-Vitamin D : 2 µg (10% DV)
-Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin) : 0.4 mg (31% DV)
-Vitamin B12 : 1 µg (42% DV) µg
-Magnesium : 15 mg (4% DV)
-Zinc : 1 mg (9% DV)
Try Natura Rice Milk in This Different Flavor:
In addition to Natura Original rice milk, we also offer vanilla rice milk:
-Organic Vanilla Rice
To find out more about Natura original rice milk and vanilla rice milk, their health benefits and nutritional profile, go to: www.natura.ca/en/products/rice
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Natura Organic & Gluten Free Oat Beverages
Our oat milk beverages are an easy way to include plant-based alternatives in your everyday life. Whether you prefer to enjoy it straight from the carton as a beverage, pour it over your morning cereal, blend it into delicious smoothies or use it as a dairy substitute to enhance the flavor of soups, puddings, pancakes, muffins and a variety of other dishes, our oat milk can accommodate your every need. What’s more, you can even use it as a dairy creamer, for that perfect cup of coffee.
Nutritional Profile of Natura Organic & Gluten Free Original Oat Milk:
Here’s what you’ll find in each serving (1 cup / 250 mL) of Natura Organic Gluten Free Original Oat Milk:
-Potassium : 1705 mg (2% DV)
-Calcium : 300 mg (23% DV)
-Iron : 0.4 mg (2% DV)
-Vitamin A : 100 µg (11% DV)
-Vitamin D : 2 µg (10% DV)
-Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin) : 0.4 mg (31% DV)
-Vitamin B12 : 1 µg (42% DV) µg
-Zinc : 1 mg (9% DV)
Explore Our Variety of Oat Milk Flavors
Natura Oat beverages are also available in Chocolate and Vanilla.
-Chocolate Oat
-Vanilla Oat
-Barista* Oat
* Barista is not a flavor, but rather a variety of Natura oat milk which froths wonderfully with coffee. Specially developed for coffee lovers, this product is a game-changer when it comes to preparing cappuccinos and lattes. Minimally processed and made from just 3 ingredients, Natura Barista Oat Milk is organic, gluten-free and 100% Canadian. Its formulation guarantees a velvety, creamy texture and optimal foaming properties, enhancing the taste and texture of any coffee beverage.
To learn more about our oat beverages, their health benefits, and the nutritional profile of the flavors mentioned above, visit: www.natura.ca/en/products/oat
Your Health is Our Priority
We at Natura hope that this article has provided reassurance regarding the nutritional value of plant-based milks. By carefully fortifying our products with essential vitamins and minerals, we strive to educate that Natura alternatives can indeed be an adequate substitute for cow’s milk. We understand and respect the valid concerns about nutrient adequacy, which is why we are dedicated to maintaining high quality and nutritional standards. Our plant milks not only match the taste, nutritional value and health benefits of cow’s milk, they may even surpass them in some respects. We encourage everyone to try Natura products as part of a balanced, healthy diet.
