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Nut/Seed Milk (Such As Sesame Seed Milk
Nut and seed milks are plant-based beverages made by blending nuts or seeds with water and straining the mixture. Sesame seed milk is one example, and nutrient content varies widely depending on the ingredient and whether the product is fortified or sweetened.
Beneficial properties
dairy-free alternative
source of unsaturated fats
can provide vitamin E
may be fortified with calcium
suitable for vegan diets
Nutritional highlights
Depending on the base ingredient and fortification, nut and seed milks may provide unsaturated fats, vitamin E, calcium, vitamin D, and vitamin B12, but protein content varies and is often lower than dairy milk.