The bill would support American dairy businesses and “protect the integrity of milk” by enforcing label restrictions on nondairy options to milk, yogurt and cheese. Almond milk sales rose 250 percent in five years, according to a 2016 consumer report by market-research firm Nielsen. Other milk alternatives, such as cashew and coconut, have also seen increased popularity, reports the Financial Times. Meanwhile, dairy milk consumption has been on the decline for decades. bhofack2 via Getty Images Would almond milk by any other name taste as sweet?

Source: Huffington Post January 13, 2017 03:10 UTC