Table 4.

Suggestions for the use of plant-based milk alternatives in specific situations starting from 1 year of age.

Situation	Choice
Obesity Overweight Dyslipidemia	- Soy - Almond - Oat - Spelt - Limit rice - Limit cow’s milk, prefer semi-skimmed milk - Formulas: 12–36-months
Types 1 and 2 diabetes mellitus	- Soy - Oat - Limit rice
Poor weight and height growth	- Cow’s milks - Soy - Rice *
CMPA	- Milk formulated for CMPA - Plant-based drinks *
Lactose intolerance	- Lactose-free cow’s milk - Plant-based drinks *
Family preference	- Plant-based drinks *

CMPA: cow’s-milk-protein allergy. * A limitation on the use of rice-based drinks in the first years of life is recommended. Note: The choice for a specific product should be made in agreement with a qualified professional (see text).