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Dairy? Don't care-y!


Dairy milk & products

So, you've decided to moo-ve on from dairy? Whether your tummy throws a fit every time you say "cheese" or you've been having eco-friendly epiphanies, saying ciao to dairy can feel a bit like parting with a clingy ex. But fret not! We’re here to be your dairy breakup coach. Cheese be gone! (Well, sort of.)



Why kick the milk bucket?


First, let’s skim over the "why's" of ditching dairy. For some, it’s the tricky lactose (sugar found in dairy) that wreaks havoc in their gut, leading to some not-so-delightful symptoms such as gas, bloating, and diarrhoea.[1] Then there are the planet-lovers who've realised that dairy farming leaves a heftier carbon hoofprint than they're comfy with. And let's not forget about the kind souls worrying about the welfare of our milk-making friends.


One girl hugging a cow

Spotting the sneaky dairy culprits


Ok, dairy detective, it’s not just about bidding adieu to the obvious suspects like milk and butter.
Dairy lurks in:


Sneaky dairy products

Tips to De-Dairy-fy Your Life


1. Baby Steps

Going cold turkey, or should we say cold milk, might leave you with dairy withdrawal. Ease into it. Maybe start with one less latte a day.


2. Become a Label Ninja

Before tossing anything into your cart, turn on your detective mode and scour the ingredients for sneaky dairy agents like "whey" and "casein."


3. Dive into Dairy Alternatives

Soy, almond, oat... there's a whole world of milks that didn’t come from a cow. And hey, cashew cheese, soy ice-cream and coconut yoghurt - totally a thing.[2]


Dairy Alternatives

4. Unleash your Inner Chef

Don those aprons, and whip up dairy-free delights. You'll be amazed how many of your favourite dishes can be reinvented without a speck of milk.



Dairy-Free and Still Nutrient-ful


Kicking dairy to the curb doesn't mean you’re bidding farewell to all its nutrients.
Here’s where to find them elsewhere:

Calcium, protein, and vitamin D

When in doubt, turn to the nutrition pros, like dietitians and nutritionists, to steer you in the right direction. If your heart (or stomach) still yearns for cheese, try whipping up your own cashew-cheese. Who knew nuts could impersonate cheese so well?!


Cashew cheese

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References

[1] https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4586575/
[2] https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC10178229/
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC9862700/ https://www.foodmatters.com/article/what-the-dairy-industry-is-not-telling-you https://www.thelancet.com/journals/langas/article/PIIS2468-1253(17)30154-1/fulltext
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