Whey proteins in donkey milk

Abstract

In recent years, by-products obtained from farm animals are of increasing interest to farmers and once again to the population, which have properties that are not to be neglected by consumers. Milk is one of the main sources of essential compounds, and the by-products obtained from its processing are important elements in human nutrition, bringing an important contribution of elements to the body. Whey is a complex by-product with a high protein content, and in the case of donkey milk, important benefits have been highlighted, such as antimicrobial, antiviral and anti-allergenic properties. The cost of whey from donkey milk is currently low, which is of interest in terms of its capitalization. In the case of whey obtained from donkeys, the amount of protein is very high, thus, it can be successfully used as a substitute in people with allergies to milk of other species and can be harnessed in the form of protein supplements of interest to the population.