Ask the Expert: Is Goat Milk Right for Your Child?

In terms of nutrient in general, goat's milk contain relatively more protein, fat, calories, several vitamin Bs, vitamin A, calcium and magnesium; with relatively less carbohydrate. Amount may vary depending on production, brands and other related factors. Additionally, goat's milk naturally contain more proportion of the easier-digested type of protein and fat that help better in a children's digestion. The type of allergenic protein in goat's milk is much less compared to cow's milk, which may affect the potential and severity of allergic reaction from a child. In terms growth and development, cow's and goat's milk in general provides significant amount of calcium and relatively good amount of protein as well as other nutrients to support growth and development. However, an overall picture of the child's food intake need to be seen to make up for a more complete diet. The age range of the child is also to be considered. For bone growth specifically, the need of calcium is import