Posted by Evelyn Smith
on March 27, 2025
Donkey milk is rapidly emerging as an ideal choice for health-conscious consumers seeking sustainable and highly nutritious alternatives. Specifically, milk from the Zamorano-Leonese donkey breed stands out due to its impressive nutritional profile and environmental sustainability.
- Rich in high-quality proteins, donkey milk contains essential amino acids crucial for health, growth, and recovery.
- Low in β-lactoglobulin, it offers lower allergenic potential, making it easier to digest and suitable for sensitive individuals.
- Contains powerful antimicrobial proteins like lysozyme and lactoferrin, boosting immune function and offering protective health benefits.
- High in beneficial unsaturated fatty acids, particularly omega-3 and omega-6, promoting cardiovascular health.
- Naturally abundant in essential trace minerals such as selenium and zinc, enhancing immune health.
- Produced sustainably, supporting biodiversity and environmentally friendly agricultural practices.
In short, donkey milk combines remarkable nutritional qualities with environmental responsibility, making it a superior choice for modern, health-oriented diets.
(Source: Albertos et al., 2022. Characterisation of Zamorano-Leonese Donkey Milk as an Alternative Sustainably Produced Protein Food. Frontiers in Nutrition, 9, 872409. https://doi.org/10.3389/fnut.2022.872409)