Alkaline Dairy Alternatives Guide

17 items classified under standard Alkaline guidelines.

This guide covers all 17 dairy alternatives classified under Alkaline guidelines. Alkaline evaluates foods primarily by PRAL score (potential renal acid load), which determines how each item in this category is classified.

Dairy Alternatives are overwhelmingly compatible with Alkaline. Each item listed here is alkaline-forming after metabolism — typically vegetables, fruit, or potassium-rich plants. The entries below break down the specific nutritional profile so you can choose based on your individual targets — calories, macros, or micronutrients that matter for your goals.

Quick Reference

Food Status Calories (per 100g)
Almond Milk Allowed 20kcal
Canned Coconut Cream Allowed 357kcal
Canned Coconut Milk Allowed 197kcal
Cashew Milk Allowed 609kcal
Coconut Cream Allowed 357kcal
Coconut Milk Allowed 31kcal
Coconut Yogurt Allowed 895kcal
Flavored Almond Milk Allowed 50kcal
Flavored Coconut Yogurt Allowed 92kcal
Hemp Milk Allowed 446kcal
Lite Coconut Milk Allowed 31kcal
Plain Coconut Yogurt Allowed 66kcal
Soy Milk Allowed 64kcal
Unsweetened Almond Milk Allowed 15kcal
Almond Milk Creamer Limited 20kcal
Coconut Creamer Limited 895kcal
Rice Milk Limited 47kcal

Classification Breakdown

14 Allowed — These dairy alternatives are alkaline-forming after metabolism — typically vegetables, fruit, or potassium-rich plants. 3 Limited — These items have roughly neutral PRAL or fits at small portions.

Blood pH does not change with food, but the eating pattern — produce-forward, low in processed food — is defensible on its own merits.

Allowed Dairy Alternatives (14)

Almond Milk

Allowed

Almond Milk is classified as Allowed on Alkaline, with 20kcal calories per 100g. This means it is alkaline-forming after metabolism — typically vegetables, fruit, or potassium-rich plants. Among the 17 items in this category, almond milk sits at the low end for calories — next closest is Almond Milk Creamer at 20kcal.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

VariantCaloriesProteinFatCarbsFiber
Unsweetened15kcal0.6g1.2g0.3g0g
Sweetened30kcal0.5g1.2g4.3g0g

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Canned Coconut Cream

Allowed

Canned Coconut Cream is classified as Allowed on Alkaline, with 357kcal calories per 100g. This means it is alkaline-forming after metabolism — typically vegetables, fruit, or potassium-rich plants. It also contains 16.3g fat, which may factor into overall meal planning. Within this category, it falls between Canned Coconut Milk and Coconut Cream for calories, ranking 12 of 17.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

357kcalCalories
1.2gProtein
16.3gFat
53.2gCarbs
0.2gFiber

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Canned Coconut Milk

Allowed

With 197kcal calories per 100g, Canned Coconut Milk earns a Allowed classification on Alkaline. This means it is alkaline-forming after metabolism — typically vegetables, fruit, or potassium-rich plants. It also contains 21.3g fat, which may factor into overall meal planning. Within this category, it falls between Flavored Coconut Yogurt and Canned Coconut Cream for calories, ranking 11 of 17.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

197kcalCalories
2gProtein
21.3gFat
2.8gCarbs
Fiber

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Cashew Milk

Allowed

With 609kcal calories per 100g, Cashew Milk earns a Allowed classification on Alkaline. This means it is alkaline-forming after metabolism — typically vegetables, fruit, or potassium-rich plants. It also contains 12.1g protein and 53g fat, which may factor into overall meal planning. It ranks among the highest in this category for calories. The nearest lower option is Hemp Milk at 446kcal.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

609kcalCalories
12.1gProtein
53gFat
30.3gCarbs
3gFiber

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Coconut Cream

Allowed

With 357kcal calories per 100g, Coconut Cream earns a Allowed classification on Alkaline. It is alkaline-forming after metabolism — typically vegetables, fruit, or potassium-rich plants. Beyond the primary classification, coconut cream also provides 16.3g fat per 100g. It ranks among the highest in this category for calories. The nearest lower option is Canned Coconut Cream at 357kcal.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

357kcalCalories
1.2gProtein
16.3gFat
53.2gCarbs
0.2gFiber

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Coconut Milk

Allowed

Coconut Milk is classified as Allowed on Alkaline, with 31kcal calories per 100g. This means it is alkaline-forming after metabolism — typically vegetables, fruit, or potassium-rich plants. Among the 17 items in this category, coconut milk sits at the low end for calories — next closest is Lite Coconut Milk at 31kcal.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

VariantCaloriesProteinFatCarbsFiber
Canned (full-fat)357kcal1.2g16.3g53.2g0.2g
Carton (beverage)31kcal0.2g2.1g2.9g0g

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Coconut Yogurt

Allowed

At 895kcal calories per 100g, Coconut Yogurt falls into the Allowed category under Alkaline guidelines. The classification reflects that it is alkaline-forming after metabolism — typically vegetables, fruit, or potassium-rich plants. Nutritionally, it also delivers 99.1g fat per serving. It ranks among the highest in this category for calories. The nearest lower option is Cashew Milk at 609kcal.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

895kcalCalories
0gProtein
99.1gFat
0.8gCarbs
0gFiber

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Flavored Almond Milk

Allowed

At 50kcal calories per 100g, Flavored Almond Milk falls into the Allowed category under Alkaline guidelines. This means it is alkaline-forming after metabolism — typically vegetables, fruit, or potassium-rich plants. Within this category, it falls between Rice Milk and Soy Milk for calories, ranking 7 of 17.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

50kcalCalories
0.6gProtein
1.3gFat
9.4gCarbs
0.4gFiber

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Flavored Coconut Yogurt

Allowed

Flavored Coconut Yogurt is classified as Allowed on Alkaline, with 92kcal calories per 100g. The classification reflects that it is alkaline-forming after metabolism — typically vegetables, fruit, or potassium-rich plants. Nutritionally, it also delivers 8.1g protein per serving. Within this category, it falls between Plain Coconut Yogurt and Canned Coconut Milk for calories, ranking 10 of 17.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

92kcalCalories
8.1gProtein
1.7gFat
11gCarbs
0.5gFiber

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Hemp Milk

Allowed

At 446kcal calories per 100g, Hemp Milk falls into the Allowed category under Alkaline guidelines. The classification reflects that it is alkaline-forming after metabolism — typically vegetables, fruit, or potassium-rich plants. Nutritionally, it also delivers 7.6g protein and 13.8g fat per serving. It ranks among the highest in this category for calories. The nearest lower option is Coconut Cream at 357kcal.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

446kcalCalories
7.6gProtein
13.8gFat
71.7gCarbs
3.4gFiber

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Lite Coconut Milk

Allowed

Lite Coconut Milk is classified as Allowed on Alkaline, with 31kcal calories per 100g. This means it is alkaline-forming after metabolism — typically vegetables, fruit, or potassium-rich plants. Within this category, it falls between Coconut Milk and Rice Milk for calories, ranking 5 of 17.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

31kcalCalories
0.2gProtein
2.1gFat
2.9gCarbs
0gFiber

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Plain Coconut Yogurt

Allowed

Plain Coconut Yogurt is classified as Allowed on Alkaline, with 66kcal calories per 100g. This means it is alkaline-forming after metabolism — typically vegetables, fruit, or potassium-rich plants. Within this category, it falls between Soy Milk and Flavored Coconut Yogurt for calories, ranking 9 of 17.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

66kcalCalories
2.6gProtein
1.8gFat
9.7gCarbs
0.4gFiber

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Soy Milk

Allowed

Soy Milk is classified as Allowed on Alkaline, with 64kcal calories per 100g. This means it is alkaline-forming after metabolism — typically vegetables, fruit, or potassium-rich plants. Within this category, it falls between Flavored Almond Milk and Plain Coconut Yogurt for calories, ranking 8 of 17.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

64kcalCalories
3.4gProtein
2gFat
8.3gCarbs
0.1gFiber

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Unsweetened Almond Milk

Allowed

Unsweetened Almond Milk is classified as Allowed on Alkaline, with 15kcal calories per 100g. This means it is alkaline-forming after metabolism — typically vegetables, fruit, or potassium-rich plants. Among the 17 items in this category, unsweetened almond milk sits at the low end for calories — next closest is Almond Milk at 20kcal.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

15kcalCalories
0.4gProtein
1gFat
1.3gCarbs
0.2gFiber

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Limited Dairy Alternatives (3)

Almond Milk Creamer

Limited

With 20kcal calories per 100g, Almond Milk Creamer earns a Limited classification on Alkaline. This means it is roughly neutral PRAL or fits at small portions. Among the 17 items in this category, almond milk creamer sits at the low end for calories — next closest is Coconut Milk at 31kcal. Check the label carefully: the same product can be compliant or not depending on the specific brand or how it was prepared.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

20kcalCalories
0.5gProtein
1.2gFat
1.5gCarbs
0gFiber

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Coconut Creamer

Limited

At 895kcal calories per 100g, Coconut Creamer falls into the Limited category under Alkaline guidelines. The classification reflects that it is roughly neutral PRAL or fits at small portions. Nutritionally, it also delivers 99.1g fat per serving. It ranks among the highest in this category for calories. The nearest lower option is Coconut Yogurt at 895kcal. Portion control is key here — a small amount may fit within the diet's parameters, while a full serving may not.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

895kcalCalories
0gProtein
99.1gFat
0.8gCarbs
0gFiber

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Rice Milk

Limited

At 47kcal calories per 100g, Rice Milk falls into the Limited category under Alkaline guidelines. This means it is roughly neutral PRAL or fits at small portions. Within this category, it falls between Lite Coconut Milk and Flavored Almond Milk for calories, ranking 6 of 17. The "Limited" label means the classification depends on specific conditions — portion size, brand formulation, or preparation method can shift it from compliant to non-compliant.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

47kcalCalories
0.3gProtein
1gFat
9.2gCarbs
0.3gFiber

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