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Research in Medical & Engineering Sciences

Benefits of Camel Milk

  • Open or CloseMulugeta Tesfaye*

    Ethiopian Meat and Dairy Industry Development Institute, Ethiopia

    *Corresponding author: Mulugeta Tesfaye, Ethiopian Meat and Dairy Industry Development Institute, Milk and Milk Products Processing Research Directorate, Ethiopia

Submission: October 10, 2021;Published: October 21, 2021

DOI: 10.31031/RMES.2021.09.000715

ISSN: 2576-8816
Volume 9 Issue 2

Abstract

Camel milk is rich in many nutrients that are important for overall health. It has been shown to lower blood sugar and improve insulin sensitivity in people with both type 1 and type 2 diabetes. The milk contains insulin-like proteins, which may be responsible for its antidiabetic activity. The milk contains compounds that appear to fight various disease-causing organisms. The two main active components in camel milk are lactoferrin and immunoglobulins, proteins that may give camel milk its immune-boosting properties. Lactoferrin has antibacterial, antifungal, antiviral, anti-inflammatory, and antioxidant properties. Camel milk has been studied for its effects on behavioral conditions in children, and people suggest that it may aid those with autism. It’s also studied for its effects on behavioral conditions in children, and people suggest that it may aid those with autism. The disadvantage of camel milk is more expensive, may not be pasteurized and may pose ethical concerns.

Keywords: Camel milk

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