Goat’s Milk vs Cow’s Milk

Many recommend goat’s milk for those who are allergic to cow’s milk. I have also read about testimonials from those who notice significant difference in their eczema after starting consuming goat’s milk. However, please bear in mind that goat’s milk is not necessary suitable for everyone who are allergic to cow’s milk. So what is so special about goat’s milk?

Here are some of the differences for Goat milk vs cow’s milk …

1) Faster absorption

While cow’s milk requires up to three hours to be absorbed, goat’s milk requires only twenty minutes. At half the size of those in cows milk, the protein molecules in goat’s milk have thinner, more fragile membranes. For that reason, they are easier to absorb through the wall of the small intestine.

2) Less allergenic

Goat’s milk is less likely to cause an allergic reaction than cow’s milk because it doesn’t contain the protein complexes that are in cow’s milk which stimulate allergic reactions. Children who have allergic reactions to cow’s milk have seen their allergies improve after switching to goat’s milk.

3) Less bloating

Goat’s milk doesn’t as readily produce gas or bloating because it’s digested quickly doesn’t remain in the small intestine and ferment.

4) Less lactose

Goat’s milk contains 7% less lactose that cow’s milk and is high in the medium chain fatty acids that inhibit candida. It’s not mucous forming.

5) Rich source of selenium.

Selenium is believed to be an immuno-regulator. It quickens a sluggish immune system but quiets an overactive one. In this way, selenium keeps the immune system in tune and well balanced. This is especially beneficial to those with eczema.

Last but not least, the goat is the healthiest domestic animal known. Goat milk is the ideal food for babies, convalescents and invalids, especially those with weakened digestive powers. Goat milk is the purest and most complete food known. Some experts even says that goat’s milk is sometimes superior to mother’s milk, because goat’s milk contains food elements that mother’s milk does not contain. I still think that goat’s milk should not replace mother’s milk when the baby is small as the possibility of allergy is still present albeit lower. For the rest, as long as you are not allergic to goat’s milk, it is time to give it a try and experience the benefits.