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The Incredible Camel: Nature’s Kind Guardian of Health, Livelihoods, and Climate Resilience

camel consuming thorny cactuses in Somali Region of Ethiopia
camel consuming thorny cactuses in Somali Region of Ethiopia

The camel, revered for centuries as Ata Allah—the Gift of God—stands as an enduring symbol of survival, strength, and sustenance. From the golden dunes of Arabia to the arid plains of Africa and Central Asia, this magnificent creature has been an unwavering companion to humankind, offering more than just transport and trade. The camel is a lifeline, a healer, and a provider, deeply intertwined with the cultural heritage, health, and food security of millions.
In an era of climate uncertainty and food scarcity, the camel’s extraordinary adaptability emerges as a beacon of hope. Unlike other livestock, camels thrive where others perish, sustaining communities with their nutrient-rich milk, wholesome meat, and invaluable ecological benefits. Every part of this majestic animal—its milk, meat, urine, and even dung—holds profound significance, making it a true pillar of sustainability.

A Timeless Bond: The Camel in Culture and Tradition
For millennia, camels have shaped the lives of desert nomads, traders, and warriors. Across vast landscapes, they have served as more than mere beasts of burden—they are woven into the very fabric of history, legend, and identity.
Among the Bedouins and pastoral communities, camels are a source of poetry, songs, and proverbs, revered as loyal companions through the harshest terrains. Their bones are carved into jewelry, their dung fuels fires for cooking, and their hide is transformed into shelter and garments. Camels are not just animals; they are custodians of ancient wisdom, symbols of endurance, and testaments to human ingenuity.

Camel Milk: The Elixir of Life
Hailed as white gold in desert cultures, camel milk is a superfood and a natural remedy. With a legacy tracing back to 3500 BC, this nutrient-rich elixir has sustained civilizations for centuries. Unlike cow’s milk, camel milk is uniquely tailored for human health, packed with immune-boosting properties, essential vitamins, and medicinal compounds.
Why is Camel Milk Extraordinary?
✔ A Natural Pharmacy – Rich in lactoferrin, immunoglobulins, and antimicrobial agents, camel milk acts as a shield against infections and inflammation.
✔ A Lifeline for Diabetics – The milk contains insulin-like proteins that remain stable in the digestive system, aiding blood sugar regulation.
✔ A Potential Cure for Autoimmune Diseases – Studies suggest its effectiveness in alleviating conditions like rheumatoid arthritis and multiple sclerosis.
✔ A Boon for Gut Health – With high levels of beneficial probiotics, camel milk plays a crucial role in healing leaky gut syndrome and improving digestion.
✔ A Natural Beauty Secret – Overflowing with Vitamin C (five times more than cow’s milk) and niacin, it enhances skin health, slows aging, and boosts overall vitality.
For children with autism, camel milk has shown promising results in improving cognitive function and behavior. Scientists continue to explore its potential in cancer prevention, owing to its anti-tumor properties.
Even in extreme drought, a camel can produce up to 40 liters of milk daily, proving its unparalleled efficiency in sustaining life in the harshest environments.

Camel Meat: A Forgotten Superfood
Beyond its milk, camel meat is a nutritional powerhouse. Low in cholesterol and high in polyunsaturated fats, it is a heart-friendly alternative to conventional meats. Traditionally consumed by desert dwellers, camel meat is known for its medicinal properties, helping manage conditions like hypertension, hyperacidity, and respiratory ailments.
With increasing global interest in sustainable diets, camel meat is gaining recognition as an eco-friendly protein source—one that requires minimal water and feed compared to conventional livestock.

A Champion of Climate Resilience
As climate change intensifies, bringing droughts and food insecurity, the camel stands resilient. Unlike cattle and sheep, camels possess an unparalleled ability to survive in extreme heat, enduring weeks without water and subsisting on sparse vegetation.
✔ Water Conservation Experts – A camel can drink 190 liters in just 10 minutes, efficiently storing and utilizing every drop.
✔ Low-Input Sustainability – Unlike industrial livestock, camels require minimal feed, thriving on hardy desert shrubs that other animals cannot digest.
✔ A Guardian of Ecosystems – Camels do not overgraze like other livestock, playing a crucial role in maintaining delicate desert ecosystems.
In drought-prone regions, camels provide a sustainable source of nutrition, making them indispensable to food security efforts.

Overcoming Challenges: The Future of Camel-Based Systems
Despite their immense value, camels remain underappreciated in mainstream agriculture and food systems. Disease outbreaks, restrictive policies, and lack of research have hindered their full potential.
To harness the power of camels in combating food insecurity and climate change, policymakers, researchers, and international organizations must take urgent action:
✅ Invest in camel research – Enhanced studies on camel milk, meat, and disease resistance can unlock new health and agricultural innovations.
✅ Support camel herders – Sustainable policies can empower traditional camel-based livelihoods.
✅ Promote camel-based nutrition – Raising awareness about the health benefits of camel products can drive demand and market expansion.
Organizations such as Camels4Life and the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) are working to amplify the role of camels in sustainable agriculture. With the right advocacy and investment, camels can serve as a cornerstone of climate adaptation strategies, ensuring a food-secure future for millions.

Conclusion: Embracing the Gift of the Camel
The camel is more than an animal—it is a lifeline, a healer, and a symbol of endurance in an ever-changing world. From the heart of the desert to the halls of scientific research, its significance continues to unfold, offering solutions to some of humanity’s most pressing challenges.
In an age where sustainability is paramount, it is time to recognize the camel’s unparalleled contributions and embrace its potential for a healthier, more resilient future.
As climate uncertainty looms, the silent hero of the desert stands ready—offering nourishment, medicine, and hope.
Let us honor this divine gift and ensure its legacy thrives for generations to come.

References

  • Raziq, A. (2009). Camel: The Desert’s Gold.
  • FAO. (2013). The Role of Camels in Food Security and Climate Resilience.
  • Raziq, A., & Ludwikowski, M. (2025, February 27). Camel milk: A revolutionary elixir for leaky gut, immune health, and beyond—backed by science. Camel4All. https://camel4all.info/index.php/2025/02/27/camel-milk-a-revolutionary-elixir-for-leaky-gut-immune-health-and-beyond-backed-by-science/
  • Al Ain Camel Research Center. (2020). Camel Milk: A Natural Pharmacy.
  • Camels4Life. (2021). Advocacy for Camel Conservation and Development.
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An Amazing Camel & Mare Milk Story from Kazakhstan

Camel Milk Story from Almaty Kazakhstan

This troy was reported in a Russian-language newspaper and shared by my friend Dr. Moldir Nurseitova. The link of the story is provided at the end of the article.

Otemis Makan is a camel and horse farmer in the Steepe of Kazakhstan, close to Almaty city. He is farming 225 camels and the same amount of horses and the main driver of his farming is the milk and its value-added products Shubat and Khamis from camel and horse milk respectively. The camels and horses are free-roaming, enjoying nature and eating the flora they like the most. Nature enriches and fortifies their milk and makes it a solution of supermolecules, therefore camel milk is considered a natural pharmacy. Not only the milk but also the urine from such happy camels is considered as a healing agent and functional food.

Otemis Makan with his beautiful Aravana/Aruvana camels

Each Camel has Her Own Name

He loves camels the most and has given names to each milking camel and the calves know the names of their mothers. The calves are kept and reared separately and when the mothers are brought into the milking pen each calf is called by its mother name and the calves really understand their names and run into the milking parlor. One camel’s name is Aisha. The calf starts suckling mama camel and the milk letdown starts and the milking is started. Now the farmer milk the camel and the calf suckle one teat, it is a very natural and friendly way of milk, only the nature oxytocin is induced. Nice husbandry like this further enriches the quality of super camel milk.

Hand milking of the camel, the calf is suckling and preparing the camel for milk letdown.

Fermented Camel Milk (Shubat)

Shubat is centuries old and the firsthand fermentation method of Central Asia nomads to preserve and enrich the milk. The camel milk Shubat is safe and usable for 3 days without cooling/refrigeration. Shubat is the very traditional dairy cosine of Kazakhstan. It is not only considered as food but a very strong healing agent.

Milking the single-humped beautiful Aravana camel

Camel Urine

According to the farmer, there is an increasing demand for camel urine and some people believe that it can heal very complicated health issues if a 5th quarter is added to 4 parts of the camel milk. The demand for urine is there and many people’s feedback is very positive. Me the author personally, I never recommend drinking camel urine.

Collecting urine from the camel.

The camel and horse farming story is very interesting and appealing. Once you started reading, you can’t stop without completing reading all story. I would recommend reading the whole story in the link provided below. https://www.dairynews.ru/news/lechebnaya-verblyuzhya-ferma-pod-almaty-chudodeyst.html

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Why Camel Milk on World Milk Day Agenda?

A young Baloch camel herder with camel milk in Karan desert of Balochistan

The Answer is Very Simple

In the last 2 decades, some serious concerns reported regarding the consumption of milk at large, especially cow milk from factory farming. As we are living in the information era so there are many reports from different quarters of the world telling about the cow milk allergy protein, lactose intolerance, poor welfare of cows, methane emission, manure problems, and other health and environmental issue.

In such circumstances, many players are entering the ring, from vegetable milk (though the milk only comes from a living animals’ udder) to buffalo and mare to small ruminant milk. All types of milk coming from healthy animal and healthy nature are very good for our health, I have no doubt but camel milk is the best of all.

Why Camel Milk is the Best?

In my point of view, camel milk is one of the best choices as the camel has the potential of a true dairy animal, produces milk for a longer lactation period, and produces in a very sustainable and healthy mechanism. The milk of the camel is also very special and unique and had been considered as the natural pharmacy. Camel is naturally adapted to the calamities of climate change and produces precious milk without any energy and chemical inputs.

Camel Milk is Immune Boosting

Increased media coverage of climate change and consumers shifting to more natural, immune-boosting “super-foods” in COVID, puts camel milk higher up on the daily agenda.