Plant-Based Milks That Aren’t As Good For The Environment As You Thought

Many people drink coffee to jump-start the day. Who doesn’t love the smell of fresh ground coffee in their own kitchen in the morning? According to Healthline, coffee has caffeine, a stimulant that gives you energy, helps you stay awake and alert during the day, and might even help you lose weight. Many people take their coffee black; then we have the latte lovers, and there are a lot of them. Latte, short for “caffé latte,” is actually the most popular coffee drink in the U.S., and all it needs is espresso and steamed milk (via Eat This, Not That!). Of course, you can always jazz it up with some caramel or mocha because the options are endless.

Whole milk still takes the cake for being the most popular option for lattes, while skim milk is another go-to for people who prefer a low-calorie option, per Whole Latte Love. Still, others, whether for dietary needs or simply personal preference, opt for nondairy milks in their lattes. The same goes for vegans, who do not consume any animal products. New Food Magazine reported that the rise in nondairy or plant-based milks is because many people, especially “‘mainstream’ and flexitarian consumers,” are switching to it despite not having any dietary restrictions.

They perceive the alternative as “healthier,” as most plant-based milks (except coconut)…