Pediatr. praxi. 2013;14(5):336-338

Goat milk versus constipation and allergy in children

MUDr.Jiří Slíva, Ph.D.
Ústavy farmakologie 2. a 3. LF UK, Praha

Goat milk, when compared to cow milk, is more similar to maternal milk with regard to its composition. Since the feeding with cow milk or

diary products might be relatively often associated with allergy, goat milk can be an interesting alternative. In this article, its relation to allergy

is mostly discussed, especially from the pathophysiologic point of view, and other possible benefits on gastrointestinal tract are outlined.

Keywords: goat milk, nutrition, allergy, constipation, casein

Published: October 24, 2013  Show citation

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