Healthiest Animal Milk: Animal Milk contains the water-soluble vitamins thiamin (vitamin B1), riboflavin (vitamin B2), niacin (vitamin B3), pantothenic acid (vitamin B5), vitamin B6 (pyridoxine), vitamin B12 (cobalamin), vitamin C, and folate. In other words, Milk is a good source of thiamin, riboflavin and vitamin B12.
Milk contains the fat-soluble vitamins A, D, E, and K. The content level of fat-soluble vitamins in dairy products depends on the fat content of the product. Above all, it keeps you healthy.

Cow
Health: Good source of calcium and vitamin D
Problems: Linked to milk allergies and intolerance ranging from atopic dermatitis, diarrhea, and constipation.
Nutrients/Cup | Cow’s Milk |
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Calories | 146 |
Protein (g) | 7.9 |
Fat (g) | 7.9 |
Carbohydrate (g) | 11 |
Calcium (mg) | 276 |
Iron (mg) | 0.07 |
Folate (ug) | 12 |

Buffalo
Health: Low in cholesterol, a good source of nutrients such as calcium and other vitamins and minerals
Problems: Contains lactose so it may be a problem with those suffering with lactose intolerance.
Nutrients/Cup | Buffalo’s Milk |
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Calories | 237 |
Protein (g) | 9.2 |
Fat (g) | 16.8 |
Carbohydrate (g) | 12.6 |
Calcium (mg) | 412 |
Iron (mg) | 0.29 |
Folate (ug) | 15 |

Goat
Health: More easily digested because of smaller fat size and distribution characteristics. It is also alkaline. Better tolerated with those with lactose intolerance.
Problems: Not appropriate for those who have severe lactose intolerance, although usually tolerated better than cow’s milk.
Nutrients/Cup | Goat’s Milk |
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Calories | 168 |
Protein (g) | 8.7 |
Fat (g) | 10.1 |
Carbohydrate (g) | 10.9 |
Calcium (mg) | 327 |
Iron (mg) | 0.12 |
Folate (ug) | 2 |

Sheep
Health: Immune System Boost: With the rich combination of minerals and nutrients found in sheep milk, including vitamins A and vitamin E, your immune system can get a solid healthy boost. Vitamins A and E both act as antioxidants within the body, seeking out free radicals and eliminating them from the system, thus preventing the onset of chronic disease and oxidative stress.
Nutrients/Cup | Sheep’s Milk |
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Calories | 265 |
Protein (g) | 14.7 |
Fat (g) | 17.2 |
Carbohydrate (g) | 13.1 |
Calcium (mg) | 473 |
Iron (mg) | 0.24 |
Folate (ug) | 17 |

Camel
Health: Used to treat type 1 diabetes (contains insulin like molecules), strengthens cellular immune response, high in lactoferrin, which has antimicrobial activity, reduces allergic response in children.
Problems: Contains lactose so may be a problem with those suffering with lactose intolerance, although better tolerated than cow’s milk.
Nutrients/Cup | Camel’s Milk |
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Calories | 256 |
Protein (g) | 4 |
Fat (g) | 2.9 |
Carbohydrate (g) | 4.7 |
Calcium (mg) | 117 |
Iron (mg) | 0.39 |
*Amount is per 100 ml of milk