You’ve probably seen guar gum on the ingredient label of foods and drinks before. What is guar gum, and what does it do? Guar gum is used as a food additive and acts as a thickener, stabilizer, and binder in processed foods and drinks. Due to its high fiber content, guar gum can also be taken as a dietary supplement. We’ll answer other questions like how guar gum is made, if it’s good for you, and more below! What [...]
What Is Sunflower Lecithin?
Sunflower lecithin is an ingredient you might have seen in some prepared or processed foods before. What is sunflower lecithin, anyways? Sunflower lecithin acts as an emulsifier, meaning it helps combine ingredients that would normally want to separate - such as oil and water. It’s a common additive in foods, but can also be taken as a supplement for health purposes. We’ll dive into more about what sunflower lecithin is [...]
What Is Carrageenan?
If you’re a drinker of plant-based milk, you’ve likely seen carrageenan listed in the ingredients. Carrageenan is in plenty of other processed foods and drinks as well - but have you ever stopped to look into what it is? Carrageenan is a food (and drink) additive that is derived from red seaweed. Carrageenan acts as a thickener and emulsifier. There is a bit of debate/controversy about whether carrageenan is safe, which [...]
What’s the Best Alternative to Cow Milk?
With so many alternatives to cow’s milk, plant-based milk (also called dairy-free milk) has become increasingly popular over recent decades. Whether you’re on a special diet like keto or Paleo, are a vegan, or are allergic to cow’s milk, you might be wondering which type of milk is the best alternative to cow's milk. Some of the best alternatives to cow milk include soy milk, goat’s milk (if you're not allergic), almond [...]
Is Organic Milk Worth the Extra Cost?
The most common reason people don’t choose organic milk is because of the cost. Why is organic milk more expensive than non-organic milk - and is it with the extra cost? Organic milk costs more to produce, making it more expensive for the consumer. Whether or not it’s worth the extra cost comes down to your lifestyle, personal preferences, budget, and perceived benefit from choosing organic milk. We’ll explore all of [...]
Is It Safe to Drink Raw Milk?
In 2021, it was estimated that each person in the United States consumed 134 pounds of milk. The majority of that milk was likely pasteurized milk and not raw milk, which is milk that hasn’t been heated to kill bacteria. Raw milk isn’t considered safe to drink due to the potential for bacterial contamination, which can result in illness. In this article, we’ll dive into the ins and outs of raw milk and pasteurized milk, [...]
