The lipid fraction of donkey milk is comparable to that of human and mare milk and is characterized by high levels of essential fatty acids and low saturated fatty acids. Donkey milk is also rich in polyunsaturated fatty acids with a high percentage mainly of linoleic acid (Aspri et al., 2016).

Donkey milk may sound like a trendy newcomer to the milk market, but in reality, it has been around for thousands of years.

It has become popular again recently, especially in parts of Europe, appealing both to adventurous foodies who want to try new foods and beverages, as well as those who aim to eat natural foods with health benefits.

This article looks into the benefits, uses, and downsides of donkey milk.

The lipid fraction of donkey milk is comparable to that of human and mare milk and is characterized by high levels of essential fatty acids and low saturated fatty acids. Donkey milk is also rich in polyunsaturated fatty acids with a high percentage mainly of linoleic acid (Aspri et al., 2016).

Donkey milk may sound like a trendy newcomer to the milk market, but in reality, it has been around for thousands of years.

It has become popular again recently, especially in parts of Europe, appealing both to adventurous foodies who want to try new foods and beverages, as well as those who aim to eat natural foods with health benefits.

This article looks into the benefits, uses, and downsides of donkey milk.