Soya milk (simplified chinese: 豆浆; traditional chinese: 豆漿) also known as soy milk or soymilk, is a plant-based drink produced by soaking and grinding soybeans, boiling the mixture, and filtering out remaining particulates. it is a stable emulsion of oil, water, and protein. its original form is an intermediate product of the manufacture of tofu. originating in china, it became a common beverage in europe and north america in the latter half of the 20th century, especially as production techniques were developed to give it a taste and consistency more closely resembling that of dairy milk. soya milk may be used as a substitute for dairy milk by individuals who are vegan or are lactose int...

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