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Area of Science:

  • Food Science
  • Public Health
  • Nutrition

Background:

  • Camel milk has a long history of use, attributed to its medicinal and healing properties.
  • Understanding current consumption patterns and perceptions is crucial for public health initiatives.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate camel milk consumption patterns among adults in the United Arab Emirates.
  • To assess perceived benefits and risks associated with camel milk consumption.
  • To evaluate the level of knowledge regarding camel milk's health benefits.

Main Methods:

  • A self-administered online questionnaire was distributed to 852 adults in the UAE.
  • Data collected included socio-demographics, consumption habits, and perceived benefits and risks.
  • Statistical analysis was performed to compare knowledge levels between different groups.

Main Results:

  • Approximately 60% of participants had tried camel milk, with only 25.1% being regular consumers.
  • Fresh camel milk, yogurt, and flavored milk were the most popular products, often consumed with honey, turmeric, or sugar.
  • A significant portion (58.4%) consumed unpasteurized camel milk, believing it to be fresher and more nutritious, despite inadequate overall knowledge of health benefits.

Conclusions:

  • Camel milk consumption is prevalent but often irregular, with a notable preference for unpasteurized forms due to perceived benefits.
  • There is a significant gap in knowledge regarding the health benefits of camel milk among the UAE adult population.
  • The consumption of unpasteurized camel milk presents a public health concern, highlighting the need for national regulations and consumer education.