The Healing Power of Camel Milk
The Healing Power of Camel Milk
Why This Ancient Superfood Deserves a Place in Your Daily Diet
In the arid heartlands of Rajasthan, camels have long been companions to desert dwellers. But beyond their endurance lies a lesser-known gift: their milk.
At Bahula, we work with pastoralist communities to bring this ancient, nutrient-rich elixir to modern shelves. And while tradition has long revered camel milk, recent science is validating what our ancestors always knew—it’s truly healing.
It’s considered the second closest milk to human milk after donkey milk and offers significantly better nutritional and therapeutic properties than cow or goat milk. (Stay tuned for our next blog where we break this comparison down!)
Here’s what makes camel milk special:
It Heals the Gut and the Immune System
Modern lifestyles are hard on the gut. Poor diets, stress, and antibiotics disrupt our microbiome. Camel milk helps bring balance back.
It contains lactoferrin, immunoglobulins, and bioactive peptides that support gut lining repair, reduce inflammation, and regulate immune response1. It’s especially beneficial for people with:
- IBS or Crohn’s disease
- Autoimmune conditions
- Leaky gut
It Supports Children with Autism
Several small clinical studies suggest camel milk can benefit children on the autism spectrum.
Why? It reduces oxidative stress, improves behavior, and supports neurological balance without triggering inflammation or allergies2. Parents have reported improvements in:
- Focus and sensory sensitivity
- Communication and mood
- Digestive comfort
It Helps Manage Blood Sugar – Naturally
Camel milk contains insulin-like proteins that survive digestion and act directly on glucose metabolism3. This makes it a potential dietary support for:
- Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes
- Insulin resistance
- Metabolic health
In clinical trials, camel milk consumption led to reduced insulin doses in Type 1 diabetics3.
It’s Lactose-Light and A1-Free
Many people who can’t digest cow’s milk can enjoy camel milk with ease. Why?
- It has lower lactose and a different casein profile (closer to A2-type milk)
- It lacks beta-lactoglobulin, the common allergen found in cow milk
- It’s easier on the gut, making it ideal for children, seniors, and those with sensitivities
It’s an Immunity Ally
Especially in post-pandemic times, we all need immune resilience.
Camel milk is a natural source of:
- Lactoferrin (an antiviral, antibacterial protein)
- Zinc and selenium (essential immune micronutrients)
- Lysozymes and peptides that help fight infections
Desert communities have long used it to boost strength in extreme climates—and now, so can you.
From the Desert, For the World
At Bahula, our camel milk is:
- Sourced ethically from pastoralist families
- Processed in solar-powered, net-zero dairy units
- Handled with care to retain nutrition
When you choose Bahula, you’re supporting indigenous livelihoods, ecological regeneration, and your own well-being.
References
Footnotes
- The Antioxidant, Anti-Inflammatory and Immunomodulatory Effects of Camel Milk, 2023.
- Camel Milk as a Potential Therapy as an Antioxidant in Autism Spectrum Disorder, 2013.
- Camel Milk: Nutritional Composition, Therapeutic Properties, and Benefits for Human Health, 2020.
- FAO- WHO research study
- Other references – Camelicious