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The short answer: No, donkey milk cannot be described as anti-inflammatory. There is neither an approved claim nor evidence in humans to support this. Donkey milk is a food with a special composition – nothing more and nothing less.
Why this question is asked so often
Inflammation is a topic that concerns many people. Accordingly, people frequently search the internet for foods that could play a role in this. Donkey milk repeatedly appears in this context. This is mainly due to three things: old traditions, its natural proteins such as lysozyme and lactoferrin, and personal testimonials shared online.
However, none of these three points is evidence that donkey milk influences inflammation in the body.
Food or medicine: The crucial difference
Medicines are intended to treat, alleviate, or prevent diseases. For this purpose, they undergo their own approval process. Foods, on the other hand, are intended for nutrition and enjoyment. They may not be attributed with properties to prevent, treat, or cure diseases.
Health claims about food are only permitted in the EU if they have been scientifically tested and officially approved. There is no claim about inflammation for donkey milk. That is why the term "anti-inflammatory" is not permitted for donkey milk – and we do not use it.
What is in donkey milk
What can be reliably described is the composition. The values are guidelines and vary depending on the animal, feeding, and season.
| Component per 100 ml | Donkey milk, approximately |
|---|---|
| Energy | 35–45 kcal |
| Fat | 0.3–1.8 g (mostly under 1 g) |
| Protein | 1.5–1.9 g |
| Lactose | 6–7 g |
| Calcium | 60–90 mg |
In addition, donkey milk naturally contains lysozyme and lactoferrin. These proteins are often cited as an argument. However, their presence only describes what is contained in the milk – not what it does in the body. Donkey milk is primarily studied scientifically because of this composition. You can find an overview on our page Donkey Milk in Research.
Correctly interpreting testimonials
Online, you will find many personal reports about donkey milk. Such accounts are subjective and do not allow conclusions about other people. People often change several things at the same time – diet, exercise, sleep, or ongoing treatment. Which factor is responsible for what cannot be determined from a testimonial.
That is why we do not use testimonials referring to complaints or diseases. If you have questions about inflammation, your doctor is the right person to consult.
Diet in inflammatory diseases
In inflammatory diseases, diet can be an important topic. However, which foods are right for you depends on your diagnosis, your treatment, and your personal needs. The best way to clarify this is as follows:
- Have your doctor assess your symptoms before you change your diet.
- Discuss dietary questions with your doctor or a nutrition professional.
- Ask about your medication whether certain foods need to be avoided.
- Never discontinue ongoing treatment on your own in favor of a food.
Foods do not treat diseases. You can enjoy donkey milk – if you like the taste and have no intolerance to it – like other milk as part of a varied diet.
How to recognize reputable providers
A reputable provider describes what they can prove: origin, production, testing, and composition. At DON DONKEY'S, for example, our donkey milk is hand-milked on European farms, tested in a laboratory in Germany, and delivered frozen. Promises to relieve symptoms, before-and-after stories, or the suggestion that you can do without treatment are warning signs.
Lactose and milk protein
An important note: Donkey milk contains approximately 6–7 g of lactose per 100 ml, which is more than cow's milk (around 4.7 g), and contains milk protein. In the case of lactose intolerance or a milk protein allergy, please consult your doctor beforehand to clarify whether donkey milk is an option for you. For infants, it is not a substitute for breast milk or infant formula.
Frequently asked questions
Can donkey milk be described as anti-inflammatory?
No. There is no approved health claim about inflammation for donkey milk.
Why are lysozyme and lactoferrin mentioned so often?
Because they occur naturally in donkey milk. Their presence describes the composition, not an effect in the body.
Can I drink donkey milk if I have an inflammatory disease?
Please clarify this with your doctor. Donkey milk is a food and does not replace treatment.
Is donkey milk a medicine?
No. Donkey milk is a food and is intended for nutrition and enjoyment.
Donkey milk is a food and not a medicine. If you have health questions, please consult your doctor.
