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Wednesday, 28 May 2025

Plant-based “milks” are ultra-processed foods and are unhealthy for your toddler

 Plant-based milks significantly reduce essential nutrients in toddlers’ diets, even when fortified; research shows calcium, vitamin B2 and B12 levels drop by around 50% when replacing cow’s milk in toddlers’ diets.

Most paediatric guidelines strongly advise against using plant-based beverages as milk replacements for children under 2 years old due to nutritional inadequacy and other health risks.

Soya milk contains phytoestrogens that alter DNA expression and anti-nutrients that reduce protein absorption, making it particularly concerning for developing children.

Plant-based milks are ultra-processed foods that contain additives like gums and emulsifiers, whereas grass-fed cow’s milk provides unique nutrients linked to reduced disease risks.

Raw, grass-fed milk offers living enzymes, beneficial bacteria and immune-supporting compounds that ultra-processed plant drinks do not provide for growing toddlers....<<<Read More>>>...