Early version. Nutrient values from USDA FoodData Central; dietitian review in progress. Not medical advice.

Ayran vs soy milk: which is healthier?

Soy milk is more nutrient-dense, scoring 38/100 against 18/100 for ayran. Both can be part of a healthy diet; the table below shows where each one is stronger. Source: USDA FoodData Central.

Ayran

18/100Low nutrient density

41 kcal per 100 g. 1 glass: 250 g

Soy milk

38/100Lower nutrient density

54 kcal per 100 g. 1 cup (240 ml): 243 g

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Which to pick for your goal

  • Fewer caloriesAyran41 vs 54 kcal per 100 g
  • More proteinSoy milk2.3 vs 3.3 g per 100 g
  • More fiberSoy milk0 vs 0.6 g per 100 g
  • Less sugarAyran3.1 vs 4 g per 100 g
  • More potassiumSoy milk103 vs 118 mg per 100 g
  • Less saturated fatSoy milk1.4 vs 0.2 g per 100 g

Nutrition side by side

Per 100 g and per typical portion. Bold marks the better value for each row.
NutrientAyran, 100 gSoy milk, 100 gAyran, 250 gSoy milk, 243 g
Calories41 kcal54 kcal103 kcal131 kcal
Protein2.3 g3.3 g5.8 g7.9 g
Carbohydrates3.1 g6.3 g7.8 g15 g
Sugars3.1 g4 g7.8 g9.7 g
Fiber0 g0.6 g0 g1.5 g
Fat2.2 g1.8 g5.4 g4.3 g
Saturated fat1.4 g0.2 g3.5 g0.5 g
Vitamin C0.3 mg0 mg0.8 mg0 mg
Vitamin A18 µg0 µg45 µg0 µg
Potassium103 mg118 mg258 mg287 mg
Iron<0.1 mg0.6 mg<0.1 mg1.6 mg
Calcium82 mg25 mg204 mg61 mg
Magnesium8.3 mg25 mg21 mg61 mg
Sodium161 mg51 mg403 mg124 mg

Last updated . Scores use the HowHealthyIs Score method.

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