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Chocolate Almond Breeze Ingredients

May 12, 2011 | By Brian Willett
Chocolate Almond Breeze Ingredients
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If you are lactose intolerant or have a dairy allergy, you don't have to live your life without chocolate milk. Alternatives such as chocolate-flavored Almond Breeze, a dairy-free beverage made from almonds, is not likely to trigger any dairy-related allergies. In some cases, however, such a product may contain other ingredients to which you may be allergic, so carefully assess the label. Even if you do not have a dairy allergy, chocolate Almond Breeze may be a beneficial beverage for you as it contains several vitamins and minerals.

Almond Milk

The primary ingredient in chocolate-flavored Almond Breeze is almond milk, which is comprised of almonds and filtered water. The fat in almonds and almond milk can be beneficial, as almonds are high in unsaturated fats, which may help you manage your cholesterol levels and maintain your heart health. Almond milk is lower in fat than whole almonds because it is diluted by water. According to manufacturer Blue Diamond, 1 cup of chocolate Almond Breeze provides 3.5 g of fat; 1 oz. of almonds provides 15 g of fat.

Cocoa

Cocoa provides the rich color and some of the taste of chocolate Almond Breeze. In addition, cocoa powder contains some caffeine, although the amount is quite low -- dark chocolate candy and chocolate syrup provide more caffeine than cocoa powder.

Calcium Carbonate

Calcium carbonate is an ingredient included in Almond Breeze to enhance the beverage's calcium content, which makes it more similar to milk. In addition to being used as an ingredient in other products, calcium carbonate is also available as a stand-alone supplement, as it may aid in the treatment of upset stomach, heartburn and indigestion, explains MedlinePlus.

Tapioca Starch

Tapioca starch is an ingredient in chocolate-flavored Almond Breeze. It is derived from a plant root and is used to thicken and stabilize a variety of food products, including gravy, pudding and sauces.

Sea Salt

Sea salt adds flavor to chocolate Almond Breeze. Sea salt is less processed than table salt and provides more minerals than table salt, but the two types of salt provide about the same amount of sodium by volume, according to MayoClinic.com.

Potassium Citrate

Potassium citrate is included in chocolate Almond Breeze to increase the potassium content of the drink. Potassium is a vital nutrient that promotes the proper functioning of your digestive, nervous, muscular and cardiovascular systems.

Carrageenan

Carrageenan is a seaweed extract that is used in a wide variety of products, such as chocolate Almond Breeze, to provide a thicker consistency.

Sunflower Lecithin

Sunflower lecithin is included in chocolate Almond Breeze to improve the texture and consistency of the product.

Vitamin A Palmitate

Vitamin A palmitate is a source of vitamin A, a nutrient that helps promote healthy vision. Each cup of chocolate Almond Breeze provides 10 percent of the daily suggested intake of this vitamin, according to Blue Diamond.

Vitamin D2

Vitamin D-2 is added to chocolate Almond Breeze to boost the vitamin D content, making Almond Breeze more similar to cow's milk.

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Article reviewed by Libby Swope Wiersema Last updated on: May 12, 2011

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