I think the problem lies in the additives. I once thought I'd like to try some coconut milk and picked out a can at my HFS. Well it had Sugar added. I can't imagine it being bad if you make your own though. I don't know why these manufacturers feel the need to add gobs of sweeteners to everything. I guess because Americans won't eat any other way :-(. I seem to recall a recipe for homemade coconut milk. Why don't you try a search?