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Research progress on nutritional characteristics, functions and applications of fermented mare's milk

Year: 2026

Type: article

Abstract: Mare's milk is characterized by high digestibility, low allergenicity, and a nutritional profile closely resembling human breast milk. Following fermentation, it exhibits multiple health benefits, including immunomodulation, anti-fatigue effects, adjuvant affection of chronic diseases, and alleviation of toxoplasmosis. Consequently, interest in fermented mare's milk is increasing beyond traditional consumption regions. This paper systematically reviews the production methods, core nutritional characteristics, health functions, and industrial applications of fermented mare's milk, providing a theoretical basis for further research and application. • Mare's milk has various functions, such as being easy to digest, low in allergenicity, and regulating immunity. • The attention of horse milk outside traditional consumption areas is increasing day by day. • This paper systematically reviews the production methods, core nutritional characteristics, health functions, and industrial applications of fermented mare's milk. • The findings provided a theoretical basis for further research and application.

Source: Journal of Functional Foods

DOI: 10.1016/j.jff.2026.107350

Authors: Meiqi Liu, Danni Wang, Zhiheng Zhang, Lan Yang

Institution: Inner Mongolia Agricultural University

Language: English

Topic: Animal Diversity and Health Studies

Subfield: Food Science

Field: Agricultural and Biological Sciences

Domain: Life Sciences

SDGs: Zero hunger, Good health and well-being

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $2,800