{"id":163943,"date":"2022-10-07T12:40:00","date_gmt":"2022-10-07T07:10:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/?p=163943"},"modified":"2026-03-02T10:18:55","modified_gmt":"2026-03-02T10:18:55","slug":"ayurveda-uses-benefits-side-effects-of-buffalo-milk","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/ayurveda-uses-benefits-side-effects-of-buffalo-milk\/","title":{"rendered":"Buffalo Milk: Uses, Benefits, Side Effects By Dr. Rajeev Singh"},"content":{"rendered":"\n\n<\/head>

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Introduction<\/a><\/li>
Nutritional Value of Buffalo Milk<\/a><\/li>
Properties of Buffalo Milk<\/a><\/li>
Potential Uses of Buffalo Milk for Overall Health<\/a><\/li>
How to Use Buffalo Milk?<\/a><\/li>
Side Effects of Buffalo Milk<\/a><\/li>
Precautions to Take with Buffalo Milk<\/a><\/li>
Interactions with Other Drugs<\/a><\/li>
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)<\/a><\/li>
References<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n \n <\/span>\n $\"Join$ \n <\/a>\n
<\/span>Introduction<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
We drink milk regularly and consume products made from milk to gain nutritional benefits and feel strong and healthy. Buffalo milk is considered richer than cow\u2019s milk, as it has more nutrients. Scientifically buffaloes are called Bubalus bubalis <\/em>and these buffaloes are highly adaptable. World milk production has grown twice in the last two decades and buffalo milk has shown an annual growth rate of approximately 2.5% higher than cow\u2019s milk. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
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The largest producers of buffalo milk are China, India, and Pakistan. Additionally, the nutritional uses of buffalo milk make it a potential alternative to cow\u2019s milk, even for people having milk allergies1<\/a><\/sup>. Let us look into buffalo milk nutrition, buffalo milk benefits, buffalo milk disadvantages and the precautions needed for taking buffalo milk.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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Buffalo milk has higher fat content than cow\u2019s milk, making it ideal for cheese production. source:\u00a0 ncbi.nlm.nih.gov<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n
Buffalo milk contains higher levels of protein and calcium compared to cow\u2019s milk. source:\u00a0 ncbi.nlm.nih.gov<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n
Buffalo milk is rich in vitamins A, D, and E, which are essential for maintaining healthy skin. source:\u00a0 ncbi.nlm.nih.gov<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n
Buffalo milk has a higher lactose content than cow\u2019s milk, making it suitable for lactose-intolerant individuals. source:\u00a0 ncbi.nlm.nih.gov<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n
Buffalo milk has a higher percentage of casein protein, which contributes to its creamy texture. source:\u00a0 ncbi.nlm.nih.gov<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n
<\/span>Nutritional Value of Buffalo Milk<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Below are the nutrient values of Buffalo milk per 100 g:\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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Buffalo milk protein: <\/strong>3.75 g<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Fats: <\/strong>6.89 g\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Carbohydrates: <\/strong>5.18 g<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Water: <\/strong>83.4 g<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Energy: <\/strong>97 kcal<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Iron: <\/strong>0.12 mg<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Calcium: <\/strong>169 mg<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Magnesium: <\/strong>31 mg<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Sodium: <\/strong>52 mg<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Potassium: <\/strong>178 mg<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Phosphorus: <\/strong>117 mg\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Manganese: <\/strong>0.018 mg<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Copper: <\/strong>0.046 mg<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Zinc: <\/strong>0.22 mg<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Vitamin A<\/a>: <\/strong>53 \u00b5g\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Vitamin B1<\/a>: <\/strong>0.052 mg<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Vitamin B2<\/a>: <\/strong>0.135 mg<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Vitamin B3<\/a>: <\/strong>0.091 mg<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Vitamin B5<\/a>: <\/strong>0.192 mg<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Vitamin B6<\/a>: <\/strong>0.023 mg<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Vitamin B9<\/a>: <\/strong>6 \u00b5g<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Vitamin B12<\/a>: <\/strong>0.36 \u00b5g<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Vitamin C<\/a>: <\/strong>2.3 mg<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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Milk fat globule membrane, a minor milk constituent contains various nutrients and has many health benefits. They might have positive effects on brain development and function along with physical performance in elderly people 5<\/a><\/sup>.<\/p>\nDr. Siddharth Gupta, B.A.M.S, M.D (Ayu)<\/a><\/strong><\/cite><\/blockquote>
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