Buffalo Milk
Buffalo Milk is a staple dairy food used as a drink, topping or cooking ingredient.
Nutrition per 100 g
Standardised to 100 g of buffalo milk for fair comparison. Typical serving: 200 g — 194 kcal per 200 g serving.
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per serving (200 g) | Per 100 kcal |
|---|---|---|---|
| Energy | 97 kcal | 194 kcal | 100 kcal |
| Protein | 3.8 g | 7.5 g | 3.9 g |
| Carbohydrate | 5.2 g | 10.4 g | 5.4 g |
| Fat | 6.9 g | 13.8 g | 7.1 g |
| Fibre | 0 g | 0 g | 0 g |
Figures are typical values and vary with variety, preparation and brand.
Micronutrients
Vitamins and minerals per 100 g of buffalo milk, with a typical serving and FDA Daily Value for adults.
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per serving (200 g) | % DV |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vitamins | |||
| Vitamin A | 53 µg | 106 µg | 6% |
| Vitamin C | 2.3 mg | 4.6 mg | 3% |
| Thiamin | 0.052 mg | 0.1 mg | 4% |
| Riboflavin | 0.14 mg | 0.28 mg | 11% |
| Niacin | 0.091 mg | 0.18 mg | <1% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.023 mg | 0.046 mg | 1% |
| Folate | 6 µg | 12 µg | 2% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.36 µg | 0.72 µg | 15% |
| Pantothenic acid | 0.19 mg | 0.38 mg | 4% |
| Minerals | |||
| Calcium | 169 mg | 338 mg | 13% |
| Iron | 0.12 mg | 0.24 mg | <1% |
| Magnesium | 31 mg | 62 mg | 7% |
| Phosphorus | 117 mg | 234 mg | 9% |
| Potassium | 178 mg | 356 mg | 4% |
| Sodium | 52 mg | 104 mg | 2% |
| Zinc | 0.22 mg | 0.44 mg | 2% |
| Copper | 0.046 mg | 0.092 mg | 5% |
| Manganese | 0.018 mg | 0.036 mg | <1% |
Source: USDA FoodData Central — Milk, indian buffalo, fluid
% DV uses FDA Daily Values for adults. Nutrients that USDA does not report for this entry are omitted. Values vary with variety, preparation and brand.
Why eat buffalo milk?
- A commonly eaten food that can sit in a balanced pattern when portions are honest.
- Buffalo Milk is a staple dairy food used as a drink, topping or cooking ingredient.
How to include it
- Use as a protein side or in cooking rather than as a sweetened dessert.
- Typical pairing ideas: Fruit, Oats, Coffee.
Things to consider
- Preparation and added fat, salt or sugar change the numbers more than the raw food does.
Educational content. This article is for general information and is not medical advice. Speak to a qualified health professional about your individual circumstances.
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