6 100% vegetable yogurt recipes: nothing to envy dairy

Why take vegan yogurts

On a few occasions I have received criticism about the “taste” of vegans for imitate elaborations reminiscent of others of animal origin. This observation is interesting, because it shows a great lack of knowledge about what it means to be vegan.

He veganism It is a life option in which you try to live without exploitation or animal cruelty in all aspects of day to day. Of course, this is very present when choosing what is put on the plate. The main motivation is ethical and moral, not dietary.

And someone may enjoy eating animal products, but have decided not to do so anymore. Preparations that “imitate” or “remember” are perfect in cases like this, or to make the transition to a plant-based diet and healthier. Vegetable “dairy” illustrates this perfectly.

More reasons to avoid dairy

Milk, cheese or yogurt with seeds, nuts or cereals are already common in any supermarket. The change is given not only by this vegan demand, but also by the intolerances and the desire of many to consume a healthier option.

According to Dr. Norman Campbell, of all animal products, milk appears to be the most harmful. He claims that it contains a protein, the casein, which is procancerous. Still, the industry has led us to believe that milk is an essential food, and that balanced health is not possible without it.

Apart from casein, milk contains a sugar, the lactose, which is also a reason for intolerances and allergies. This happens because from about three years of age we begin to produce less lactase, the enzyme necessary to digest it.

It is said that the yogurts and dairy cheeses, when fermented, they are better digested, and there is some truth in this, since the fermentation bacteria consume part of their natural sugars. But the casein remains intact, and the lactose is only minimized.

The veggie option is healthier and easier

The vegan yogurts prepared live feed style or raw foodwithout exceeding temperatures of 42 °C, are undoubtedly the healthiest, simple to prepare at home and very successful.

The fermentation The most authentic is made with rejuvelac, a water fermented from sprouts and also easy to make at home. The probioticsthey promote intestinal health and with it the immune system; they also make food nutrients better assimilated.

Some people prefer to make yogurt with powdered probiotics that are sold in the herbalist, bio food store or pharmacy. If so, make sure of the origin of the crops. The majority comes from the bovine industry. But you will also find strains cultivated without using animals.

Apart from probiotics, These yogurts are loaded with fiber, vitamins, minerals -among them calcium and iron-, quality proteins, natural carbohydrates, and omega-3 and 6 fatty acids.

For increase its antioxidant poweryou can serve them with fresh and seasonal fruits, or with your favorite toppings: carob, pure cocoa, hemp, raisins, red fruits…