Camel Milk: The Biggest Hump in the Milk Industry Philippa Young Huffingtonpost Writer and editor Got milk? Got camel milk? I didn't think so. Although camel milk has a taste that's worth acquiring, it is unlikely that people will be splashing it on their cornflakes. But for those who need it, this is a natural, sustainable way to a healthier life. Speaking as someone who has tasted it both cool and pasteurized and frothy and warm direct from the teat -- after a few glugs it's downright delicious. Right now in the U.S. the only people who can get hold of the milk 'a la mode' are 14 Amish camel dairies and the few parents who have demanded the dromedary juice as a treatment for their autistic child. "Milk is money" according to The United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) dairy and meat expert Anthony Bennett. But the cow dairy industry need not fear. After years of being on the market goat's milk is still a relatively novel product so as a commercial venture camel's milk hasn't got a chance. However, it is gaining ground as a health product, inspired by a litany of claims that punch above the pedestrian cow. Camel milk is the closest you can get to a human mother's milk, with 10 times more iron and three times more vitamin C than cow's milk. It is antibacterial and low in lactose. Used medicinally by nomadic communities for centuries, fermented camel's milk is still popular in Kazakhstan as a treatment for Tuberculosis and for HIV/AIDS in Kenya and Somalia. Research has been conducted into treating Crohn's disease, breast cancer and autism, however the most promising studies have been in the field of diabetes. While almost impossible to make camel milk into cheese, this is good news for diabetes sufferers. Dr. Agrawal of the Bikaner Diabetes Care and Research Centre explains, "We have demonstrated that the consumption of camel milk in type I diabetes results in a significant reduction in the dose of insulin required to maintain long-term glycemic control." Whilst the 2005 study maintained that insulin therapy is still the best option, in cases of needle phobia or in countries where the cost of treatment demands an alternative, just 500ml of raw fresh camel's milk daily improves quality of life. This is due to a protein found in camel milk with characteristics similar to insulin that does not coagulate as is the case with cow and goat milk. The camel milk protein passes rapidly through the stomach into the intestines for absorption. So will this magical milk be reaching supermarket shelves any time soon? Despite having the potential to help anemic mothers and feed newborn babies, as well as improve the lives of those living with HIV/AIDS, diabetes and autism, this is an unlikely step for the FDA to take. Speaking to Dr. Millie Hinkle of Camel Milk USA, it is clear that there is still a long way to go. "The camel industry in the U.S. is in a mess quite frankly. I have spent every penny that I have. I have even sold my wedding ring and all the furniture out of my house to help pay for test kits so that milk can be sold in stores. The FDA has refused to pay for the lab results and they say that they are overworked and understaffed. To get the milk ready for the market I will have to pay for everything myself or the camel people will," says Dr. Hinkle It's an oft-heard story; without commercial viability the health benefits alone aren't worth the money or the research. It is a different story in Dubai, where Martin van Almsick, of camel milk chocolate producer Al-Nassma, has high hopes: "In Sudan we are looking at about four million animals, which means camel liver restaurants -- raw with lime and onions, very delicious -- and a new chain of raw camel milk shops." "Camel milk is the new oil," says Director Alicia Sully of The What Took You So Long Foundation (WTYSL), a film crew currently traveling Africa and the Middle East documenting the camel milk industry and campaigning for more research to be undertaken, "Camels don't produce as much milk as cows, so it's relatively rare. Camel populations are in decline so sharing knowledge about how valuable its milk is may help save an animal that has supported humans in the desert for thousands of years." References: # Tuberculosis (Agrawal et al., 2005) # Breast cancer ((Eisler et al., 1998) # Crohn's Disease (Shabo et al., 2005, 2006; Donechenko, 1975) # Autism (Shabo and Yagil et al., 2005) # Type 1 Diabetes (Agrawal et al., 2005) # Insulin-like protein (Beg et al, 1989) # Coagulum of camel milk (Wangoh, 1993)

^^ A good one. Nomads, the trick is to get a blanket, cover yourself up and drill a tiny hole for the eye so that the computer won't record your facial/eye movement. I enjoyed it. I figured it out the second try. But I won't ruin the game for others.

The two Shariifs are engaged in a typical Somali power play. From all the information I have, Shariif Xassan is not against Farmaajo, per se. Xassan wants to influence the selection of ministers (after Farmaajo is confirmed) so as to limit Shariif’s overall influence. Sheikh Shariif sensed the eminent danger and pushed back. It now seems the two camps may have struck a secretive pledge not to spiral this matter out of control. Shariif Xassan most likely got what he wanted. We shall see.

This is not a positive video. Does anyone know the real breakdown of Jigjiga's population in terms of ethnic origin? How about Religion? Abdiladiif, waa runtaa awoowe.

Originally posted by AYOUB: I can understand when foreigners meet and there's something lost in translation, but how could some Somalis in London open a school and call it "Sabiil Institute"? looool. War AYOUB waa mixnad socota. A good one. I am sure they were searching for an Arabic name.

I think his funniest video is the one about dating a "gabar wadaad ah". That was a well-done video. wiilwaal, keep it up awoowe.

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Calmadow range starts at the western perimeter of Bari region and extend to Sanaag country. The range is known for its stunning beauty, and its misty mountains are part of a consecrated terrain unblemished by human development.

Do you see three faces in this picture? Juriile, Xariif and Ibbi Juriile is perhaps the most gifted Somali politician breathing today. He is constantly behind the scenes preparing clandestine raids on some lone wolf on the other side of the river. Story now says, the Ph.D chemist recently befriended a brilliant co-worker known for his intrepid rehearsals of hardball politics. His name is Xariif. The two friends quickly connected with a new promising prodigy named Ibbi. The three plotters were recently spotted in Mogadishu planning yet another hit-job on the lone wolf. Will this "terrific trio" accomplish its goals? Or will the river slowly swallow their bodies? I have a feeling the trio may be underestimating the lone wolf's secret arsenal. We shall see where this game ends.

Like professor Samatar said, ninkani nin macno badan soo kordhinaya uma eka. Ilaahay ayaa u maqan wadankaan.

Try this contact info. Mohamed Olad Hassan Somalia. Reporter, Speaker Abott 2010 Award winner KM4, Maka-almukarama Avenue. Mogadishu, Somalia Tel: +25261-5559988/ +252699988003/+25262988003 Email: colaadistiila@hotmail.com

Prof. Cabdi Ismaaciil Samater wuxuu fajiciso ku tilmaamey in Madaxweyne Shiikh Shariif uu Raiisul Wasaare u magacaabo shaqsi ku xadgudbey Taariikhda Dalka iyo Ummadda Soomaaliyeed, wuxuuna u soo jeediyey Shacabka Soomaaliyeed in isku duubnaan ka yeeshaan Raiisul Wasaaraha la magacaabay Maxamed Cabdulaahi Farmaajo, maadaama ay Dhuuxiisa ka buuxaan meel ka dhacyadii uu u geystey Qabaailka Soomaaliyeed sidoo kale wuxuu ugu baaqey in ay meel uga wada jeestaan Dowladda Federaalka oo maalin kasta xasuuqaya Ummadda soomaaliyeed oo xitaa laga waayey in ay ka hadlaan xadgudubyadaas. I found it frightening that Farmaajo would diminish the dignified struggles of Somali clans in that epoch of tyranny, to nothing more than gaining back "lost significance". Equally astonishing is how the Prime-Minister-Select disparages the accomplishment and record of democrats such as Aadan Cadde, as a derivative of colonial prejudice. It is mind-boggling, to say the least. Before I'd read his thesis, like most Somalis, I'd taken a liking to Farmaajo, whose persona I had seen as positive. I now view him as a biased adherent of the old Siyaadist half truths. But then again, he is probably miles better than the parliamentarian gangsters holding our nation hostage in Mogadishu. Qofba qof buu dhaamaa. Alloow Alle!

Juan Williams said that he feels "nervous" every time he sees a Muslim on airplanes. NPR terminates his contract. Conservatives are now fuming. Bill O'Rielly is rattled now that his sidekick is fired by NPR. It is comedy.

Another update from Paradise. Like I said before, these images give you a glimpse of the beauty of our country and the capability of the Somalis when their peace is not disturbed.

NASSIR, nice renderings. Sudan is a great friend of the Somali people.

We now head towards Mudug region and the famous camel-lands of Ciid.

AU cries for for air, naval blockade of Somalia to stop Al-Shabaab advances. Will it work? Will this be a short term fix? How will it impact the average citizen? http://www.france24.com/en/20101022-africa-calls-air-naval-blockade-somalia?quicktabs_1=1

The author of this thread is making the wild assumption that any other government would not have let the World Bank or the Arab League build a road or renovate an existing port as is the case on the list above. This is comedy at its best.

Nimankani lacag waalan ayay helaan beryahan.

The totalitarian regime that unseated the civilian government, the best system of government the nation ever had, should be judged on what it left the Somali people when its tenure was terminated in 1991. By the time the regime was ousted, there was a country in ruin, hundreds of thousands of Somalis dead, destroyed cities, a bankrupt nation and a society forever marred by unimaginable corruption and the worst kind of nepotism. This is how civilized societies pass judgements on their governments by focusing on end results. Revisionist history and all other “I-hate-reer-hebel-therefore-kacaanka-was-great” nonsense will not erase the regime’s record. No amount of spin will ever alter the regime's ruthless past or bring back the hundereds of thousands who perished in its 20 years of dictatorship. That is history. Allamagan, haaheey we had no elections. Sarreeye, Halkaa ka wad hawsha kacaanka. Bulsho, Bile. Kacaandiidku ha dhaco. PS: Siyaad Ilaahay ha u naxariisto. I think we should avoid debating about the persona of a man who’s long passed away. Indulging in such futile exercise achieves zero progress in moving forward. My personal take is that this was a government and many folks participated in all its endeavours.

Originally posted by The Zack: I would've chosen to live under that military rule over the crazy chaos we are deeply in today. I am sure you would have loved the fledgling democracy we had (before 1969) even better. Qoloba qolay dhaantey.

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Originally posted by Miskiin-Macruuf-Aqiyaar: Meeshaan waa Nayroobi, waliba waa xaafadda Islii. Dadkaan camal iyo kuwa ka daran waa kusoo arkay. Haddee Nayroobi ahayn -- which I am not doubting -- waa Kambaala. Ilmaha yar yar iyo familiga meesha fadhiya ayaan ka yaabay ee daawanaya the sister getting her groove on while wearing a Hijab and Ebayah. Nairobiyeey kaa cabsaday. Innaba caadi maaha sheekadani awoowe.

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"Unrecognizing" the current TFG and seeking "secession" are two distinct propositions. Wax fahma yaa Jamaacah (where is NGONGE). We went through this tête-à-tête when Cumar Abdirashiid was the PM. If the President feels working in tandem with Puntland in a federal system disadvantages “his clan” (the rumor mill is in overdrive), Puntland should overlook the current TFG and let whatever that remains of Shariif’s tenure toil away in relative obscurity. With the recent US policy shift emphasizing regional governance, Puntland is in a position of strength to toss Shariif and his struggling team under the proverbial siteey-manoogto. In the current political calculus, it is Shariif who emblematically benefits from a loyal Puntland, not the other way around. My genuine advice to President Faroole would be to tirelessly promote the idea of federalism as being the quintessential model for communal rebuilding and governance in post civil war era. It is the more promising alternative for the nation as the current unitary system has utterly failed in bringing multi-clan Somalia together in a meaningful manner.