Goat milk versus cow milk: A comparison

Many people have an allergy to cow milk but can consume goat milk products. This is usually not a lactose intolerance, but a difference in some of the other components.

 

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Worldwide more people consume goat milk and goat milk products than cow milk and cow milk products. While both milk products have significant benefits, there are situations in which people prefer or choose goat milk. Goats are smaller and consume significantly less feed than cows, making them much easier to keep in developing countries. Milk is considered an important source of calories and nutrition in many developing countries. In many countries other than the United States, goat milk flavor is preferred over cow milk.

Additionally, many people who have an allergy to cow milk can consume goat milk products without experiencing an allergic reaction. This is usually not a lactose intolerance, but a difference in some of the other components like less lactose and different forms of proteins. Michigan State University Extension recommends individuals with dairy intolerance be tested to see if goat milk is right for them if they react to cow milk.

Goat milk (1 cup)

Cow milk (1 cup)

Calories

168 grams

149 grams

Protein

9 grams

8 grams

Fat

10 grams

8 grams

Carbohydrates

11 grams

12 grams

Fiber

0 grams

0 grams

Sugar

11 grams

12 grams

Sodium

122 mg

105 mg

Calcium

327 mg

276 mg

Magnesium

34.2 mg

24.4 mg

Phosphorous

271 mg

205 mg

Potassium

498 mg

322 mg

From USDA

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