4 Amazing Benefits of Wild Horse Milk
Wild mare's milk may still sound foreign compared to cow's or goat's milk. Milk, which is widely available on the island of Sumbawa, is rich in nutrients which are even thought to be almost equivalent to the content of breast milk, so it has many benefits for the health of the body.
The process of processing milk and raising wild horses is mostly found in Bima, Sumbawa Island, West Nusa Tenggara. This dairy product is still hard to find outside of Sumbawa Island. Therefore, wild horse milk has become a typical beverage product on the island and is in great demand by tourists.
Apart from its benefits, the attraction of wild horse milk is that it has natural antimicrobial substances which are believed to make it resistant at room temperature for months. This is different from other milk, such as cow's milk or goat's milk, which even spoils if left at room temperature all day.
Compared to cow's milk, wild horse milk has a whiter appearance and sweeter taste. Even though the price is relatively expensive, many people seek and consume wild horse milk because it is believed to have a myriad of health benefits.
Nutritional Content of Wild Horse Milk
100 grams of wild horse milk contains 40 calories and various other important ingredients, namely:
- 90 grams of water
- 2 grams of protein
- 1 gram of fat
- 5.5 grams of carbohydrates
- 37 grams of potassium
In addition, wild horse milk also contains beta carotene, vitamin B2 (riboflavin), vitamin B3 (niacin), as well as substances that are antibacterial and antiviral.
Various Advantages and Benefits of Wild Horse Milk
Thanks to the various nutritional content in it, there are many benefits of wild horse milk that can be obtained, namely:
1. Replaces cow's milk
Cow's milk contains a lot of casein which often triggers milk allergies. Meanwhile, wild horse milk contains more albumin which is smaller in size than casein and is quite rare to cause allergies.
Wild horse milk also has a higher whey protein and amino acid content than cow's milk. The vitamin content is not much different. It is for various reasons that wild horse milk is one of the most suitable milk substitute options for people who are allergic to cow's milk.2. Contains nutrients similar to breast milk
Among the milk of various mammals, wild horse milk is known to be chemically the most similar to breast milk. According to recent research, the protein content in wild horse milk is almost equivalent to breast milk.
Therefore, wild horse milk can also be used as a substitute for breast milk. However, babies who want to get milk other than breast milk need to get advice first from a doctor to find out its safety.
3. Improve digestion
Wild horse milk is traditionally consumed by the people of Bima, Sumbawa Island, to treat digestive disorders, for example constipation. The benefits of wild horse milk are known to come from the water content in it which is quite high, even higher than cow's milk.
4. Strengthen the body's immunity
Consumption of wild horse milk is also believed to be able to boost the body's immune system. This benefit is obtained thanks to the content of substances in it that are able to fight bacterial and viral infections. That way, the body stays healthy, fit, and avoids infectious diseases
In fact, wild horse milk is believed to be a good and nutritious intake for people suffering from certain diseases, such as tuberculosis, hepatitis C, gout, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, and anemia.
In addition to the various benefits of wild horse milk above, this milk is also traditionally used to increase fertility in men. However, these various benefits actually still require further research.
Although it has many advantages and health benefits, wild horse milk should only be consumed in moderation. Also, make sure you buy wild horse milk that has gone through a sterilization or pasteurization process so that it doesn't contain a lot of germs which can actually be detrimental to your health.
If you regularly consume wild horse milk to get the benefits, you should consult a doctor first, especially if you are suffering from certain diseases that must pay attention to your daily food and drink intake.
Label : Healthy living
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