Camel milk: A potential solution for diabetics

Camel milk is yet to hit a bull’s-eye, but its medicinal qualities for diabetics (type I & II), is already making popular rounds. It is laden with vitamins and minerals and closest to human mother’s milk. A staple of the desert, camel’s milk can make those living in exotic surroundings throw a fit. But if experts are to be believed, camel’s milk is quiet a healthy deal.

Gift for diabetics

Camel’s milk is almost three times rich in vitamin C compared to cow’s milk. Secondly, the adjunct milk has some insulin-like protein– a quart in a litre – which easily gets absorbed by the human body thus aiding type I diabetics reduce insulin doses. It is important to understand that insulin doses are essential to maintain blood sugar levels, glycemic and metabolic control in type I diabetics.

Among type II diabetics, it has been seen that the milk lowers FBS, HbA1c, AUC-insulin, post-prandial glucose, AUC-glucose and HOMA-IR.

Also, if included as a regular part of diet, consumption of the milk can also prevent diabetes from striking. Experts claim that milk has properties that heal diabetic wounds.

Additional benefits

Boosts immunity & growth: The milk is extremely rich in proteins, iron, vitamin C, which strengthens the immune system. It is less fattening too. Also, the milk has proteins essential to stimulate proper growth of bones and organs. These proteins are missing in cow or goat milk.

Heart matters: Camel milk can improve the balance of cholesterol in the body. It reduces atherosclerosis, heart attacks, strokes, and even lowers blood pressure in regular users.

Good for environment: Unlike goats and cows, camels require less of grazing space. This ensures more greenery.

Combats anemia: Camel milk is excellent for those suffering from anemia. It also is known for increasing blood circulation.

Prevents autoimmune disorders: It has amazing effects on neurological system, which prevents certain autoimmune disorders. Though not explained scientifically, it has shown positive results in autistic people.

Takes care of allergies: The milk reduces allergies if consumed on a regular basis. Secondly, it does not cause lactose intolerance reactions, which is common in cow milk.

Caution

Camel’s milk is primarily consumed in an unpasteurised form, which means exposure to a number of animal-based pathogens. Also, insulin is still the most efficient treatment for diabetes and must not be replaced with camel’s milk unless medically monitored.

–windowtonews