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Side-by-Side Comparison Dairy & Plant-Based Milks

Soy Milk (Unsweetened) vs. Whole Cow's Milk (3.25% Fat)

Comparing 2 standards across 9 specifications. 9 key differences identified.

Comparing:
Soy Milk (Unsweetened)
Whole Cow's Milk (3.25% Fat)

Unsweetened soy milk is an aqueous emulsion of soaked, ground, and filtered whole soybeans. Per 100ml, it provides 43 kcal, 3.27g complete plant protein, 1.75g healthy lipids, 1.80g carbohydrates (0.5g fiber), and zero lactose.

View full Soy Milk (Unsweetened) spec sheet →

Standardized whole cow's milk contains 3.25% milkfat. Per 100ml, it provides 61 kcal, 3.15g protein (80% casein, 20% whey), 3.25g total fat (1.87g saturated), 4.80g lactose carbohydrate, and 113mg bioavailable calcium.

View full Whole Cow's Milk (3.25% Fat) spec sheet →

Specification Comparison Table

9 Parameters
Parameter / Spec
Energy / Calories
43 kcal / 100ml 61 kcal / 100ml
Protein
3.27 (Complete PDCAAS ~0.95) g 3.15 (80% Casein / 20% Whey) g
Total Fat
1.75 g 3.25 g
Saturated Fat
0.20 g 1.87 g
Carbohydrates / Lactose
1.80 g 4.80 g
Calcium
123 (Fortified standard) mg 113 mg
Potassium
146 mg 132 mg
Lactose Content
0.0 (100% Lactose-Free) g 4.80 g
Curdling / Scalding Temp
75°C (167°F) (Coagulates with acid/heat) 82°C (180°F)