Goat milk is naturally homogenous and can be digested more easily than cow’s milk as the fat globules suspended throughout the milk are smaller in size. It is also lower in lactose (milk sugars), making it more easily tolerated by those who are lactose intolerant.
Goat milk has many health benefits. It is high calcium, phosphorus, potassium, iron, copper, magnesium and antioxidant activity.
Goat milk has just as much calcium as whole cow milk but contains more tryptophan, an essential amino acid used by the body to create proteins, vitamins and enzymes. It is a complete protein, containing all the essential amino acids and without the heavy fat content of cow milk.
Goat’s milk is less allergenic. It does not contain the complex proteins that stimulate allergic reaction to cow’s milk.
When fed to other animal species, goat milk has been shown to enhance metabolism of both iron and copper, especially for individuals who have problems absorbing minerals in the digestive tract because of compromised intestinal function.
The milk alkalinizes the digestive system. It actually contains an alkaline ash, and it does not produce acid in the intestinal system.
Goat’s milk contains twice the healthful medium chain fatty acids, such as capric and caprylic acids which are highly antimicrobial.
Goat’s milk has antibacterial agents that delay the growth of bacteria. This helps to reduce and treat acne because breakouts are fueled by bacteria and oil clogging the pores of the skin.
Goat’s milk health benefits
