Lactose & gluten free. Contains ingredients that can help lower cholesterol (25 grams of soy protein a day, as part of a diet low in saturated fat and cholesterol, may reduce the risk of heart disease. 8th Continent Soymilk contains 6.25 grams of soy protein per serving) and reduce the risk of high blood pressure & stroke (Diets containing foods that are good sources of potassium and low in sodium may reduce the risk of high blood pressure and stroke). The Benefits of Our Soymilks: Helps lower cholesterol. 25 grams of soy protein a day, as part of a diet low in saturated fat and cholesterol, may reduce the risk of heart disease. 8th Continent soymilk contains 6.25 grams of soy protein per serving. May reduce the risk of high blood pressure and stroke. High blood pressure places increased stress on the heart and can cause an artery break, leading to a blood clot or stroke. Potassium intake can lower blood pressure by blunting the effects of sodium. 8th Continent soymilk is a good source of potassium and is low in sodium, which can help reduce the risk of high blood pressure and stroke. 8th Continent Fat Free Original: 0 g fat; 60 calories. Leading Brand Original (based on 8 fl oz serving): 4 g fat; 100 calories. Excellent source of calcium. Lactose free. Meets American Heart Association food criteria for saturated fat and cholesterol for healthy people over age 2. While many factors affect heart disease, diets low in saturated fat and cholesterol may reduce the risk of this disease. Made with Solae soy protein, the soy protein with proven health benefits.