Buffalo milk is a dairy product produced from buffalos. It contains high fat, protein, lactose, vitamins, and minerals. It has a thick consistency, and so it is best for the production of fat-based dairy products. Buffalo milk is rich in antioxidants. It helps to improve bone density and heart health.
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Can cow's milk be given for a 3-month-old baby?
Query: Hi doctor, Shall I give cow's milk to my 3 months old baby? Also, please suggest how to give it. I am breastfeeding my baby from birth and did not give lactogen too. Either cow milk or buffalo milk, which one is better? Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. 1. Cow's milk is not advisable up to 1 year of age at least. But, if you have no other option, you can give buffalo milk. 2. Three parts of milk and one part water. If you use milk packets, then the dilution mentioned is for full cream milk. Read Full »
What should I do to make my kid drink top-up milk?
Query: Hello doctor, My daughter is 2.5 years old. She stops taking top milk when she was 1-year-old. I am giving her breastfeed four to five times a day until now. And she eats all kinds of fruits and chapatti with vegetables. The problem is I am concerned about her calcium intake as she does not drink to... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Breastfeeding is not advisable after two years. The very reason that the child is not feeding on outside milk or top-up milk is that the child is already getting nutrition from the breast milk. I would suggest first to stop breastfeeding. Regarding the child's calci... Read Full »