Soy milk is a
replacement for
real milk, for those who either
can't stomach lactose or are
vegan. Soy milk contains no
animal fat (so no
cholesterol) and actually has
fiber, unlike regular milk. Brands include
Edensoy and
Westsoy (this author prefers the former).
Dr. Weil (drweil.com) claims that drinking soy milk is a way of "getting all the benefits of
cow's milk, without the problems"
A web page extolling the benefits of
soy can be found at http://www.mayohealth.org/mayo/9705/htm/soy.htm
Soy milk can be made at home by adding 1 part soy
flour (not
toasted) to 3 parts boiling
water, simmering for 20 minutes, and straining.