In moderation Dairy

Goat's milk

Written by the VitaWhat editorial team · Medically reviewed by Steve Davis · Last reviewed 19 July 2026 · Editorial policy

Similar nutrition to cow's milk; some find it easier to digest.

Pros

  • Good calcium and protein
  • Sometimes better tolerated than cow\'s milk

Cons

  • Still contains lactose
  • Not suitable for cow\'s-milk-protein allergy in most cases
  • Stronger flavour

Sources & references

  1. British Dietetic Association — Milk alternatives
  2. Harvard T.H. Chan Nutrition Source

Related entries

Cow's milk (semi-skimmed)Cow's milk (skimmed)Cow's milk (whole)Flavoured / chocolate milkSweetened condensed milkAlmond milk (fortified)
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