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MILK OPTIONS
THE FOOD ISSUE
A BRIEF COMPARISON OF WHOLE MILK AND SOME POPULAR ALTERNATIVES
People avoid traditional cow's milk for many reasons. Some people have ethical concerns about consuming animal products. Individuals may be lactose intolerant or have a milk allergy, while others simply don't like the taste of cow's milk. Though it might once have been difficult to find alternatives to cow's milk at the grocery store, the growing number of people who avoid it has led to something of a boom in dairy alternatives. As a result, it's now easy for consumers to find various alternatives to cow's milk when shopping for groceries. According to the American Society for Nutrition, plant-based milk alternatives like oat milk and pea protein milk bear some interesting similarities and differences to traditional whole milk from cows. • One cup of oat milk has nearly as many calories as one cup of whole milk, as the ASN notes that the former checks in at 130 calories compared to the 148 calories in one cup of whole milk. The online medical resource Healthline notes the difference in calories is more significant among other popular milk alternatives. For example, one cup of unsweetened almond milk contains just 40 calories, while unsweetened soy milk contains about 80 calories. • Not surprisingly, the fat content in many milk alternatives is considerably lower than it is in whole milk. The ANS reports that most milk alternatives contain anywhere from 25 to 63 percent of the fat of cow's milk. For example, one cup of unsweetened rice milk contains just 2 grams of fat compared to the 8 grams found in a single cup of whole milk. • Most milk alternatives contain significantly less sugar than whole milk. Healthline notes that unsweetened almond milk actually contains zero grams of sugar compared to the 12 grams of sugar found in one cup of whole milk. However, the ANS notes that one cup of oat milk (17 grams) and one cup of hazelnut milk (13 grams) actually contain more sugar than one cup of whole milk. • Only soybean, pea and flaxseed milk contain as much or more protein as whole milk. Whole milk contains 8 grams of protein, which is the same amount that's found in pea milk and flaxseed milk. Soybean milk contains 9 grams of protein, while unsweetened almond milk contains 2 grams of protein and unsweetened rice milk contains zero grams of protein. • One cup of coconut milk (15 micrograms) contains considerably less sodium than one cup of whole milk (105 micrograms).
People considering milk alternatives for purely nutritional purposes can conduct their own research to ensure they're making the most informed decision possible.
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FOOD ADVENTURES
Battle of the Burgers
s spring closes and summer
Aapproaches, the season for burgers is only beginning. This month, David wanted to highlight some of our community’s best burger spots in hopes to provide you, our readers, with a new favorite spot while also helping these restaurants regain some of the business they may have lost during the pandemic.
RECESS SOUTHERN GASTRO-PUB Bradford St NE
Located just off the Gainesville square, Recess Southern Gastro-Pub creates a fun and exciting environment to relax and enjoy their traditional southern dishes with a twist. Owner Christopher B. Richardson and Executive Chef, Austin Calvert, have together crafted a truly unique menu and dining experience. Upon arrival to this bustling location, David’s server suggested to try the Pim Burger. This burger arrived topped with homemade pimento cheese, bacon jam, a fried green tomato, and lettuce. The handmade burger patty was cooked to medium and was perfectly juicy. The savory flavors of the fried green tomato and the pimento cheese paired perfectly with the sweet and salty bacon jam, which created an exciting tasty experience. The Pim Burger looked and tasted like it was made with high quality ingredients and left David wanting to try more.
Committed to a lively environment and fine food, Recess Southern GastroPub is a wonderful location to try out. This location offers three different burgers, as well as a “Chef’s Special” burger of the week. Unfortunately, David missed the availability of their special in his visit, so make sure to try it out on yours!
NICHOLS DINER Southland Drive
Operating since 2003, Nichol’s Diner places a strong emphasis on not only their wonderful food, but also on their sense of community and family. Originally owned and operated by Craig Nichols, this restaurant is now owned by brother Alan Nichols after Craig’s retirement in 2020. They found it important to keep the restaurant in the family, as it is described as “a place built on tradition.”
When walking in, David found the diner to be very friendly and welcoming, which provided the perfect environment to enjoy their burgers. Nichol’s Diner offers a regular, double, and triple burger, depending on the size of your appetite. David ordered the double cheeseburger with bacon, lettuce, and tomato. While the burger appeared to be quite simple, it tasted wonderful. The meat was extremely flavorful and tender and was only enhanced by the toppings. The slice of tomato added a nice freshness, while the bacon added a wonderful savory crunch. David was happily surprised by both his meal, and the fun diner atmosphere.
THE COLLEGIATE GRILL Main St
The Collegiate Grill is a historic landmark for many local residents. Open since 1947, this location has earned its place as one of the best burgers in Gainesville. Jeff and Donna Worley have owned and operated this location since 2008 and continue to please
