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Donkey milk does not reduce stress or anxiety – no food can make such a claim. Donkey milk is a special food that you can enjoy. However, if stress or anxiety persists, you need professional support. In this article, we provide an objective overview of what donkey milk is, what it is not, and where you can find help.
Stress, anxiety and anxiety disorders: an important distinction
Stress is part of life. Many people experience periods when work, family or worries take a particular toll. Anxiety is also initially a normal feeling. However, if stress persists or anxiety dominates everyday life, an underlying condition that requires treatment may be involved.
This is precisely why caution is important when it comes to claims about food. Those with genuine symptoms may lose valuable time by hoping a drink will help. Food does not treat illnesses – not even mental health conditions.
What donkey milk is
Donkey milk is milk from donkeys. A donkey produces about 1–2 litres of milk per day in addition to what her foal drinks. It is milked by hand or in small quantities. This is why donkey milk is rare and relatively expensive.
Per 100 ml, donkey milk contains approximately 35–45 kcal, 0.3–1.8 g of fat (usually less than 1 g), 1.5–1.9 g of protein, 6–7 g of lactose and 60–90 mg of calcium. It also naturally contains the proteins lysozyme and lactoferrin. This information describes its composition. No conclusions about its effects on mood, nerves or mental health can be drawn from it.
Why we do not make claims about its effects
Online, you will find many texts attributing a calming effect to individual vitamins or minerals in donkey milk. Such claims are unsupported for donkey milk and are not permitted for food in this form. In the EU, food may only be marketed with expressly approved health claims. Statements about illnesses such as anxiety disorders are generally prohibited for food.
We also deliberately do not publish testimonials such as “I’ve been calmer since I started drinking donkey milk.” How someone feels depends on many different factors. Individual experiences are not evidence and cannot replace a professional assessment.
Donkey milk is primarily studied scientifically for its composition. You can find an objective overview on our Donkey Milk in Research page.
Where you can find support
If stress or anxiety is affecting you, you are not alone. These resources can help:
- Your family doctor: a good first point of contact for assessing your symptoms and discussing the next steps.
- Psychotherapeutic consultation: In Germany, you can attend a psychotherapeutic consultation without a referral.
- Appointment Service Centre: You can get help finding an appointment by calling the nationwide number 116 117.
- TelefonSeelsorge: You can reach people who will listen free of charge 24/7 by calling 0800 111 0 111 or 0800 111 0 222.
In an acute emergency, please call the emergency number 112.
Donkey milk as a treat – without expectations
Donkey milk can be a food you enjoy drinking because you like the taste and because it is something special. Its relatively high lactose content gives it a mild, slightly sweet taste. This is a good reason to try it – but it is no substitute for help if you are not feeling well.
Many people are also interested in donkey milk because of its history. According to legend, Cleopatra once bathed in donkey milk. Such stories may pique curiosity, but they are part of folklore and do not prove that it has any effect. If you try donkey milk, it is best to do so with the attitude of trying a rare food – not with the expectation that it will solve a problem for you.
If you drink donkey milk, please note: It contains milk protein and lactose. If you have a milk protein allergy or lactose intolerance, consult your doctor before drinking it.
Frequently asked questions
Does donkey milk have a calming effect?
We cannot claim that it does. Donkey milk is a food for which there are no approved claims about its effects on mood or nerves.
Can donkey milk replace therapy?
No. If stress or anxiety persists, please contact your doctor or a psychotherapy practice.
What should I do if I am acutely unwell?
TelefonSeelsorge can be reached free of charge on 0800 111 0 111 or 0800 111 0 222. In an acute emergency, call the emergency number 112.
Where can I find the exact nutritional values?
According to the label, you can find the ingredients, allergens and nutritional values on the respective product.
Donkey milk is a food and not a medicine. If you have any health-related questions, please consult your doctor.
