Humans have enjoyed goats’ milk for several hundreds of years. Many health benefits can be availed using this milk, and we can categorize it as a superfood. According to research, they find it that this milk contains four times more oligosaccharides as compared to cow milk. This works as a prebiotic for the gut and helps to keep the gut and digestive tract healthy by promoting the growth of good bacteria. Lactose content in UHT goat's milk is less than compared to cow's milk. So it is good for people who have sensitivity towards lactose. They are with essential minerals and nutrients needed for the body to maintain strength, function, and stay healthy. It includes phosphorus, calcium, potassium, iodine, vitamin B5, chloride, Vitamin A, and Biotin. Every 200 ml of milk can provide 6g of protein, and the alpha-S1-casein levels are low compared to cow’s milk.
Fresh milk of goat is easy to digest and good for health as well. It does not lead to bloatedness, digestive discomfort, constipation, and catarrh. The fat globules present in this milk are smaller, and it can help in creating softer curd for digestion. It has a smooth taste and is enjoyed globally. With just 200ml of milk of goat, we can satisfy the daily calcium needs of an adult. It is easy to absorb by the human body as compared to other products. It helps supports normal blood clotting and muscle function, which leads to energy production in the body. It also leads to lower blood pressure and is lowers cholesterol too.
There are many uses of this milk, and the basic one is for drinking purposes. It can be drunk plain or with some flavor such as chocolate. Whole goat's milk can add flavor to cereal or granola mixed with fruit. It is an amazing way to get some probiotics for children. Milk can make thick yogurt, which is Greek styled. We can add any flavor according to your preference. Kefir is another foodstuff to be made using this milk. It is like yogurt, but with a tangy taste. We also know it as champagne milk. Organic goat's milk can make super yummy fudge that is too creamy. Creativity can add different flavors and variations to it.
We can make Cajeta which is a caramel sauce using this milk, and in that, you can add ice cream, apples, marshmallows, or even rice pudding. This milk can also make many dairy products such as cheese, curd, caramel candies, and eggnogs. Even Gelato or ice cream made of milk from goat is delicious. Goat's milk chocolate is equally yummy. You can use it to make milkshakes and smoothies too. To make the smoothies taste better, use ice cubes made of frozen goats' milk.