China Dairy ›› 2026, Vol. 0 ›› Issue (3): 107-115.doi: 10.12377/1671-4393.26.03.15

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Functional Components of Camel Milk in Sleep Improvement:An Analytical Review and Product Development Prospects

SHANG Miaomiao1,2, ZHANG Liru2,3, TAI Yanjie2,3, HUANG Xinhong2,3, ZHANG Zongjie2,3, SHI Gang3, ZHANG Lianchao2,*, ZAINAB Abudushalamu4   

  1. 1. College of Food and Bioengineering,Qiqihar University,Qiqihar Heilongjiang 161000;
    2. Xinjiang Camel Milk Engineering And Technology Research Center,Yili Xinjiang 835400;
    3. Yili Nala Dairy Industry Group Co.,Ltd.,Yili Xinjiang 835400;
    4. Kashi University,Kashi Xinjiang 844000
  • Online:2026-03-25 Published:2026-04-09

Abstract: [Objective] To address the increasingly prominent problem of sleep disorders and make up for the side effects,addiction and dependence associated with traditional pharmaceutical interventions,this study focused on the sleep-improving efficacy of camel milk,systematically explored the potential mechanisms of its bioactive components in ameliorating sleep,and provided theoretical support for natural sleep intervention products. [Method] The sleep-regulating mechanisms of key nutritional and bioactive components in camel milk,including casein-derived peptides,α-lactalbumin,tryptophan,ω-3 fatty acids and vitamin C,were systematically analyzed through literature review. Functional verification was carried out combined with animal experiments,and the development and functional tests of relevant products were conducted simultaneously by Nala Dairy. [Result] A variety of bioactive substances in camel milk exert sleep-improving effects by regulating neurotransmitter synthesis,stabilizing neural function,antioxidation,anti-inflammation and modulating neural signaling pathways. Animal experiments and product functional studies confirmed that camel milk formula powder has a definite ameliorative effect on sleep disorders. [Conclusion] Camel milk formula powder has favorable sleep-improving function and high development value,showing broad application prospects in the intervention of sleep disorders. This study provides a solid theoretical basis and experimental foundation for the research,development and application of camel milk in sleep-improving products.

Key words: camel milk, sleep quality, bioactive components, mechanism of action, product development

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