Journal of Camel Practice and Research
SCOPUS
  • Year: 2025
  • Volume: 32
  • Issue: 2

Exploring the Nutritional and Biochemical Properties of Bactrian Camel Milk: Insights into Functional Foods and Medical Applications

  • Author:
  • Hui Yang1, Surong Hasi2,*, Jiaotong Fu1, Demtu Er2, Rili Ge1
  • Total Page Count: 8
  • Published Online: Sep 2, 2025
  • Page Number: 139 to 146

1College of Basic Medical Science, Qinghai University, Qinghai, Xining, PR China

2College of Veterinary Medicine, Inner Mongolia Agricultural University, Inner Mongolia, Hohhot, PR China

*Send Reprint Request to Surong Hasi email: baohass@163.com

Online Published on 02 September, 2025.

Abstract

Bactrian camel (Camelus bactrianus) milk (BCM) has gained attention for its rich nutrients and unique biochemical properties. This review summarises its key nutritional components—proteins, fats, vitamins and minerals and its biochemical traits like antioxidant and immune-modulating effects. By examining current literature, we discuss its health benefits, disease prevention potential and role as a functional food. The review also highlights current research and suggests future studies to maximise its dietary and therapeutic benefits.

Keywords

Bactrian camel milk, Biochemical properties, Functional foods, Medical applications, Nutritional components