Goat Milk

Why in News

=> Recently, Madhya Pradesh Animal Husbandry and Dairy Minister Prem Singh Patel launched goat milk sale in the state during the state level program of Barwani from Tribal Pride Day.

Key Points:

=> It is worth noting that goat's milk is rich in nutritious minerals.

• Being an excellent source of carbohydrates, proteins, fats, vitamins, calcium, magnesium, potassium, copper, zinc etc., it is helpful in increasing the body's immunity.

=> In this, the fat particles are smaller than other milk, which is quickly and easily digested.

• Increases bone density by supplying 33% of the recommended daily value of calcium to the body.

=> Goat's milk contains medium-grade fatty acids, but it does not get stored as fat in spite of giving more energy to the body.

• This keeps the weight under control. It is also helpful in treating intestinal disorders and coronary disease.

=> Goat's milk controls bad cholesterol and blood pressure by increasing the level of good cholesterol in the body.

=> Goat's milk being a metabolic agent can also metabolize copper and iron.

• It is also helpful in relieving digestion and constipation problems and bloating.
• The fats and triglycerides available in goat's milk brighten the human skin.
• Keeps skin soft and healthy.
• Vitamin-A present in it removes the pimples and acne of the face and enhances the complexion.

=> Goat's milk protects against dengue by controlling platelets in the blood.

• Goat's milk is a good option for lactose intolerant people.
• Goat's milk is a good option for people who are allergic to milk sugar.
• Goat's milk mostly contains a protein called A&2 (Casein), which is not allergic and provides protection against colitis, irritability and intestinal syndrome etc.
• Goat's milk also prevents osteoporosis.