How does soymilk compare with cow’s milk?
A number of fortified soymilks on the market today contain nutrients in level’s similar to cow’s milk and are good sources of calcium, vitamin A, riboflavin and phosphorus, as well as many other vitamins and minerals. Most soymilks are fortified with 300-400 milligrams of calcium, 120 IU of vitamin D, 500 mg vitamin A and 3 micrograms vitamin B12 per 8 ounces. These levels of nutrients are equivalent to cow’s milk; however, soymilk contains no cholesterol and is very low in saturated fat. (2) Learn more about soymilk.
