Apr 27, 2024

Is donkey milk safe?

Siddhartha Jana

Donkey milk is now valued at Rs 5,000 per litre, 70 times the price of cow's milk. Dhiren Solanki from Gujarat dominates the donkey milk market, earning Rs 2-3 lakh per month from his 42-donkey farm in Patan district.

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Dietician Shradha Singh advises moderation when consuming donkey milk due to limited research on its long-term effects.

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Donkey milk is high in lactose, which can impact blood sugar levels, making it unsuitable for diabetics.

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Individuals with lactose intolerance, pregnant or breastfeeding women, and those with weakened immune systems should avoid donkey milk.

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Unpasteurized donkey milk poses a higher risk of contamination, highlighting the importance of food safety practices.

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Nutritionist Karishma Shah highlights the potential health risks of consuming animal milk due to external hormones.

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