Your store-bought oat milk may be causing inflammation on your body. Here are the underlying problems with them and why you should stop drinking your store-bought oat milk.
1. High in Added Oils and Emulsifiers
Most commercial oat milk brands use vegetable oils (often rapeseed or canola oil) and emulsifiers like gellan gum to achieve a creamy texture. These additives can:
- Contribute to inflammation
- Disrupt gut health
- Add unnecessary processed fats to your diet
2. Contains Processed Free Sugars
During production, the oats are processed in a way that breaks down their starches into sugars. This means:
- Higher glycemic index than whole oats
- Potential blood sugar spikes
- Added sugars in many flavored varieties
3. Pesticide and Glyphosate Concerns
Unless specifically labeled organic, conventional oats used in store-bought oat milk may contain:
- Glyphosate residues from farming practices
- Various pesticides
- Chemical preservatives to extend shelf life
What to Do Instead
- Choose certified organic brands if you must buy commercial options
- Look for brands with minimal ingredients (ideally just oats and water)
- Consider alternative plant-based milk options like homemade almond or hemp milk
- Or if you really want to make sure you know what goes in your oat milk, it’d be ideal to Make your own oat milk at home using organic oats
Making your own oat milk doesn’t have to be complicated or time-consuming. With the Milky Plant Plus, you can easily create fresh, additive-free oat milk in just 3 minutes using only organic oats and filtered water. It's that simple! By making your own oat milk, you have full control over the ingredients, ensuring no hidden oils, sugars, or preservatives.
Not only are you making a healthier choice for your body, but you're also contributing to a more sustainable lifestyle by reducing tetrapak waste. Plus, you’ll save money in the long run. So before you buy that store-bought oat milk, take a moment to check the label - or better yet, create your own with the Milky Plant Plus for a cleaner, greener, and more affordable option.
