How to make almond milk at home?

What do you do when you see white patches on your nails? What do you do when your joints start aching? Start a dairy diet, right? But where do the vegans go when they are told to improve their calcium intake? Almond milk is their escape! But why do you always run to the supermarket for a can of milk, why not make it at home? This article will talk about how to make almond milk at home and the certain health benefits it provides.

Almond milk is an alternative to regular dairy milk and a great option for people who have just started going vegan. It is nut-based and hence super rich in nutrients. It contains high amounts of calcium, vitamin E  and riboflavin.

Ingredients Required:

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1. 1 cup almonds soaked overnight
2. Water to blend
3. Sweetener: maple syrup or honey
4. vanilla extract if needed

Procedure:

1. Soak the almonds in warm overnight till the skin comes off and they are soft enough to churn into a paste.
2. Drain and rinse the almonds before you churn them.
3. Put the soaked almonds in a blender with water as required.
4. Blend it into a smooth paste till the fiber and milk are separated.
5. Strain the almond milk and separate the fiber.
6. Add a sweetener of choice such as maple syrup or honey if required.
7. Add vanilla extract and store it in a glass container.

The almond milk you make at home will have a better shelf-life than the ones available in the market. You can store it for the next 4-5 days with proper refrigeration. Your almond milk is good to go. You can use it in your smoothies, coffee, or even tea. It is a great alternative for desserts as well. 

Benefits of almond milk:

1. It is great for someone who is working on losing their weight as it supports weight management
2. It is low in carbs as compared to other milk types which is very important to reduce the blood sugar levels.
3. It is an enriched source of vitamin E and vitamin D which are important for the regular functioning of the heart and immune system.
4. It is lactose-free.
5. It promotes healthy skin and hair. It improves the skin hydration, elasticity and density
6. Supports healthy heart as all the plant-based products are known to improve the heart functioning.

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This was all about the almond milk and the health benefits it provides. It is super easy to make this almond milk at home and now going vegan is one step easier.