Goat's milk is good or bad?

Goat's milk is a fairly common dairy product. Its benefits and harm are sometimes underestimated, and sometimes exaggerated. In this article we will tell you in detail about the properties of goat milk, about indications for its use and contraindications

. In ancient times, it was known about the benefits of goat's milk. For many millennia, the peoples of Asia, the Caucasus and Europe were engaged in breeding goats. Even Avicenna and Hippocrates recognized the medicinal properties of milk, so even in those ancient times it was used to treat sick people. Most often it was used to treat gastric and pulmonary diseases.

Composition of goat milk

It is due to its composition that goat's milk is considered to be so useful. It contains vitamins A, D, C, B, E and a variety of micro- and macro elements. From the milk of other species of goat milk is characterized by chemical composition. It contains vitamin B12 and about six times more cobalt. These substances are responsible for such processes in our body as hematogenesis and metabolic processes. That's why very often goat's milk is given to those children who are sick and have weakened immunity.

No less important component of goat's milk is potassium. This element is necessary for the proper formation and development of the cardiovascular system. Therefore, many cardiologists recommend that their patients drink goat's milk. It has practically no contraindications to use, since it contains no substances that cause allergic reactions.

Beta-casein, contained in goat's milk, is almost identical to that found in human breast milk. Due to the fact that the proteins of goat's milk contain a large number of albumins, the proteins are easily broken down into small flakes. In this form, milk proteins are digested by the body much easier and faster. Due to this from the use of this product there are no disorders in the digestive system.

Goat milk contains 57% less lactose than cow's milk. Therefore, nutritionists recommend it to those people who suffer from individual lactose intolerance. Of course, it can happen that the body does not take it, but such cases are very rare. But you should still be safe: start drinking milk in small portions, gradually increasing them.

It is impossible not to mention the fat content of this miracle product. Despite the fact that the fat content of milk is about 4.4%, the percentage of its assimilation is almost 100. This is because the size of the fat globules of goat milk is 15 times less, the fatty beads of cow's milk. The composition of goat milk contains 51% of unsaturated fatty acids, and in cow's milk they are about 70%.This type of acid prevents the accumulation of cholesterol in our body.

Separately it is necessary to mention and about such vital elements contained in goat milk, as:

• Calcium is responsible for the normal development of teeth and bone tissue. He also takes part in blood coagulability, the functioning of the central nervous system, is responsible for the musculoskeletal system, the permeability of the walls of the vessels and so on. In addition, calcium is able to remove from our body strontium and radionuclides.
• Magnesium plays an important role in the course of many physiological processes. He takes part in the energy metabolism, is responsible for the regulation of cell growth, the synthesis of nerve proteins, removes heavy metals and radionuclides from the body. It prevents deposition of cholesterol, stones in the bladder and kidneys on the walls of the vessels. In addition, magnesium takes part in the processes of phosphorus metabolism, in stimulation of normal intestinal peristalsis and stimulates normal neuromuscular excitability. It is necessary for the full operation of the cardiovascular system. He is also responsible for normal blood pressure in our body.
• Manganese activates the processes of cellular respiration and takes part in the mineral metabolism. It is necessary for the normal functioning of the liver, kidneys, pancreas and brain. In addition, magnesium is involved in the development of bone and muscle systems.

Who benefits from goat's milk?

Goat's milk is useful for all people. However, it is especially useful for such diseases:

Presence of allergic reactions to cow's milk proteins

Usually such people refuse to eat dairy products. But we all know that you can not completely exclude them from your diet, as the body stops functioning normally. If you use goat's milk daily, then after a couple of months the person will have an allergic reaction to the protein of cow's milk.

Recovery of the body after physical exertion and stress

Since the balls of fat of goat milk are less than the fatty beads of cow's milk, their assimilation takes place faster. This is very important for those people whose body is weakened and it is necessary to restore it as soon as possible. Also in goat's milk contains a lot of potassium, which is useful for the heart, which is very important with a weakened body.

Children's rickets, bone fractures

Goat milk contains not only calcium, but also vitamin D. These elements strengthen our bone tissue. Therefore, doctors often attribute this product to young children to prevent the development of rickets. With bone fractures, it is also indispensable. If every day to drink goat's milk, the fusion and recovery of bone tissue occurs faster several times.

Goat milk for pregnant women

It is very useful during pregnancy, as it contains a lot of nutrients, minerals and microorganisms. The calcium contained in the milk will be enough for both the future mother and the baby. Also, he will save his mother's nails and teeth from destruction.

Goat's milk for intestinal dysbacteriosis

Products made from goat's milk will help quickly fix the intestinal microflora. To achieve the desired results, it is recommended to drink dairy products from goat's milk at the rate of 100 grams for every 10 kg of weight. The course of treatment is this: three days you need to eat dairy products, and then take a break for two days and so for a week.

Gastritis, gastric ulcer, increased acidity in the stomach

Goat's milk can neutralize hydrochloric acid, which is present in the gastric juice. Also in goat's milk is lysozyme - a substance that helps to heal wounds on the mucous membranes. If you suffer from gastritis or ulcers, then every day in the morning on an empty stomach drink a glass of fresh goat milk in small sips. Then during the day you need to drink two more glasses of milk. The course of treatment should be 21 days.

Goat's milk for diathesis

This disease brings a lot of discomfort to both parents and the baby. It is treated hard and long. However, it is possible to prevent diathesis with the help of goat milk. It's enough to give a glass of milk every day.

Harm of goat milk

It is difficult to talk about the dangers of this product, since it is practically not there. There are some disadvantages, but they are insignificant. These disadvantages include the following:

• absence in the milk of folic acid and iron;
• in unboiled milk there are bacteria that can infect a person with "brucellosis";
• if milk was bought from the hands in the bazaar, and not in the store, sanitary standards could be violated.