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What are the nutritional benefits of almond milk?

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Per 100 g, unsweetened shelf-stable almond milk has about 15 kcal, 0.4 g protein, 0.96 g fat and 1.31 g carbohydrate, according to USDA FoodData Central. Calcium (184 mg) and vitamin E (6.33 mg) are listed in that entry. We found no official health-benefit claim to quote.

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In this article
  1. What is in unsweetened almond milk?
  2. Is almond milk high in protein?
  3. Why is the calcium so high?
  4. What about health benefits?

What is in unsweetened almond milk?

The USDA FoodData Central entry “Beverages, almond milk, unsweetened, shelf stable” (SR Legacy) lists these values per 100 g (about 3.4 fl oz):

Nutrient Per 100 g
Energy 15 kcal
Protein 0.4 g
Total fat 0.96 g
Carbohydrate 1.31 g
Calcium 184 mg
Potassium 67 mg
Vitamin E 6.33 mg
Vitamin D 1.0 mcg

Is almond milk high in protein?

No. At 0.4 g per 100 g it is low in protein. The USDA Foundation entry for plain unsweetened shelf-stable almond milk lists 0.55 g per 100 g, and the same database lists 3.55 g for unsweetened soy milk.

Why is the calcium so high?

The database entry does not say why. Calcium and vitamin D in packaged plant milks can differ by brand, so check the Nutrition Facts label on yours. One Foundation entry for plain almond milk lists 173 mg calcium per 100 g, so values vary between entries.

What about health benefits?

The pages we opened are nutrient data and make no health claims, and we found no official source stating specific benefits of almond milk, so we state none. If you have a nut allergy or a medical condition, ask a doctor or dietitian.

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What are the nutritional benefits of almond milk?

USDA lists unsweetened shelf-stable almond milk at about 15 kcal, 0.4 g protein, 184 mg calcium and 6.33 mg vitamin E per 100 g. We found no official health-benefit claims.

Is unsweetened almond milk healthy?

We found no official statement of health benefits. USDA data shows it is low in calories, protein and carbohydrate. Check your brand's label.

How many calories are in unsweetened almond milk?

The USDA SR Legacy entry lists 15 kcal per 100 g. Brand values vary, so read the label.

General information only, not medical advice. If you have a health condition or are pregnant, ask your doctor before changing what you drink.

Sources

  1. USDA FoodData Central: Beverages, almond milk, unsweetened, shelf stable (FDC 174832), read 5 Nov 2026
  2. USDA FoodData Central: Almond milk, unsweetened, plain, shelf stable (FDC 1999631), read 5 Nov 2026
Written by Drinks Type Editorial Team · Published Aug 17, 2025 · Updated Nov 5, 2026
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