Physician and Parent Perceptions on Plant-Based Beverages as Substitutes for Cow’s Milk. A Single City Survey

This study assessed physician and parent perceptions regarding plant-based beverage consumption in children. We surveyed 128 physicians and 215 parents of patients at University of Miami and Jackson Memorial Hospital. Among physicians 52% recommended plant-based beverages, typically soy (33%), for cow’s milk allergy (32%). Only 40% of physicians knew the typical protein content of plant-based beverages compared to cow’s milk. Most physicians (54%) did not discuss potential health risks of plant-based beverages with patients. Among parents, 48% had children