10 Surprising Health benefit of Drinking Camel Milk.

Camel is the best milk in the planet.

Before I start my topic, “Amazing health benefits of drinking camel milk”. I will like to ask you these questions. When was the last time you drank it? How do you like drinking it? Do you like the taste? Has it in any way changed your life?

How often you drink camel milk depends on your economic and social background. You are thinking this statement is ambiguous but never mind I will clear your doubts in the next paragraph.

There are those who never come across camel in real and physical world but instead just heard it. Asking such person whether he/she drank the milk is out of question. I guess you understood what i meant.

It is important to note that, on wedding celebrations, the milk is made available as part of the occasion. Instead of having sodas and juices, you will consume the milk to your satisfaction. I don’t know for your case but for me it is my favorite animal product.

Even nomads there those who don’t have camels and consider its product unfit for human consumption, right? For those of us who keep camel like me then you have a reason to enjoy its product which universally accepted to be very important.

Let’s proceed, how does camel milk taste and looks like?

Well said, it just like any other milk; white in colour but a little less salty compared to the milk of cow. The most interesting description part of it is that, unlike other types of milk that go bad when it stays for longer period, camel milk is different. Only the state changes but however long it stays, you can still drink it.

Camel product is increasingly being accepted worldwide and other products like soap and shampoo made from the milk.

A man with his camel.

So why is camel milk preferred? The milk contains numerous medicinal values and that is why are advocating you to have the taste and enjoy it.

Let me give one surprising fact about drinking the milk. People are different in that when some drink the milk of the camel, they just can’t hold their system; running to the toilet faster and many times. Others including of this article, nothing much happens to the stomach.

Next time when you want to try it for the fast time, stay close to the toilet, to be alert for any emergence coming from down there.

There are amazing health benefits of camel milk for your body and in many countries in the world; the milk is available especially in the Middle East and Horn of Africa.

It contains protein with antimicrobial which act as protective.

It gives enough energy which sustains the body for a whole day. Having 2-3 glass of camel milk will push you through the whole day without complaining of what to eat.

Secondly, unlike other cow milk, it contains short chained fat which enhances body weight loss. For instance, cow milk will increase the size of your tummy with availability of fats in the milk. Who is ready for heavy and big tummy? Not me. The milk from camel is low in cholesterol

Another health benefit is that camel milk contains 10 times more iron than cow milk. It modulates the immune system with the presence of immunoglobulin and antibodies. Iron from the milk maintains blood regulation in the body. High level of vitamin C is found abundantly in the milk.

The milk is significant for those suffering from debate since it enhances optimum management of the disease. Research shows insulin-like protein in camel milk. According to DR. RP Agrawal, a leading researcher, 500 ml of raw, fresh camel milk daily improves the lives of diabetics due to the existence of insulin protein found in the milk.

Interestingly, the milk is found to treat allergy. A study published in December 2005 edition of the “Israel medical Association Journal” says that investigation on some children revealed positive response where they were given camel milk as treatment and get cured with no side effect.

The good news is that if you have big tummy, reducing it is easy since one will visit the toilet endlessly. This will flush out waste from the stomach. In these times, who don’t want to have flat tummy? You absolutely do. My answer is going for camel milk is the best alternative solution.

Other health benefit is the milk controls high blood pressure. Instead of using tablets with negative effect, the milk should be your companion for faster healing and protection.

Many enjoy the wonderful taste.

Along with other properties, the milk also provides anti-aging. Instead of applying treatments which may have negative impact on your body, the milk contains Alpha-hydroxyl acid which helps the skin to be smooth. For older people, this seems heaven sent but what are you waiting for?

United Nation’s Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) recognized camel milk to be an important aspect of human health development and the best milk of all animals.“To devotees, camel milk is pure nectar. While slightly saltier than cow’s milk, it is very good for you. It is three times as rich in vitamin C as cow’s milk. Aside from vitamin C, it is known to be rich in iron, unsaturated fatty acids and B vitamins”

Effect of the milk in cancer cells growth showed positive result. Studies conducted by King Saud University, Saudi Arabia and University of Alberta, Canada revealed successful applications of camel milk for the treatment of cancer and other health complications.

It seems the milk has go wonders of healing properties. It contains other minerals like calcium and for the development of strong bones. Those who consume the milk on daily basis have strong bones and do more physical activities than others who don’t.

A woman selling camel milk, courtesy of Practical Action.

Am sure that you are asking yourself, where will get camel milk? In major supermarkets in different cities, you will get the milk unless selling camel is prohibited in your country. Few countries don’t allow the milk to be in the market.

How much will it cost? It depends on where you are. In Kenya, for instance, the milk is richly available in supermarkets and open market places. A litre of the milk goes for $1.8. It is cheaper, many can afford it.