India, Aug. 22 -- From oat and almond to soy and coconut milk, plant-based milks are no longer niche. Once the go-to for vegans and the lactose-intolerant, these non-dairy alternatives are now a staple for the health-conscious. On World Plant Milk Day, we explore how this creamy trend is reshaping what we pour into our morning coffee and cereal bowls. Indian and global stars going vegan are driving the demand for plant-based milks. In India, celebrities like Virat Kohli, Anushka Sharma, Alia Bhatt, Richa Chadha, Samantha Ruth Prabhu, and Ritesh and Genelia Deshmukh have brought increased attention to vegan lifestyles. According to Future Market Insights, the global plant-based milk market is projected to grow from USD 21.9 billion in 2025 to USD 52.4 billion by 2035. "Environmental and ethical considerations, including avoiding the animal exploitation inherent in the dairy industry, have also emerged as significant factors," says Sachin Rajvansh, nutritionist and advanced Iyengar yoga practitioner. He adds, "It's more than fad - the benefits are felt from within. Plant-based milks, specifically almond, oat, and coconut, are considered more satvik, supporting clarity, balance, and spiritual practice, unlike animal milk, which can cause heaviness or lethargy." Healthier and more sustainable, plant-based milks have become a staple in hotel kitchens too. "We offer soy, oat, and more on request-driven by a global shift toward healthier choices," says Novotel Goa Panjim's executive chef Dinesh Rana. He has even curated a special menu for this. "From oat milk lattes to coconut-milk infused desserts and almond-based smoothies, we are giving classics a wholesome twist - it's a lifestyle that's kinder to health and the planet," says Rana....