산양유의 산업적 이용 가치에 대한 연구 고찰

Abstract

In many countries, goat milk is an excellent nutrient source and is less allergenic for children and theelderly. The casein composition of goat milk consists largely of β-casein and lower amounts ofαs1-casein, which may interfere with digestion by forming solid curds in the human stomach. Goat milkcontains small fat globules and large amounts of medium chain fatty acids for, better digestibility, aswell as abundant minerals and vitamins with high absorption rates. Recently, the medical benefits ofgoat milk in different human disorders have been recognized, leading to an increased interest indeveloping functional foods with goat milk, particularly for individuals with malabsorption syndrome. However, the physiological and biochemical properties of goat milk are largely unknown. We review theimportance of goat milk as a potential functional food by providing scientific evidence confirming itshealth benefits.