British woman cooks with breast milk

CLIFTON, England, April 22 (UPI) -- A British woman who uses breast milk in food she serves to friends and sells to strangers said she turned to her own milk for its health benefits.

Abi Blake, 30, of Clifton, England, said her breast milk tarts, smoothies, lasagna, cheesecake and other dishes have proven popular with friends, family and customers for their health benefits and better taste, The Sun reported Thursday.

"Although the idea of eating something made out of someone else's breast milk may make some people's stomachs turn, it is full of vitamins that can never be found in cow's milk," Blake said. "I have managed to convert all my family who now adore my breast milk recipes and they all agree it tastes better."

Blake said her breast milk cupcakes have proven popular at multiple food festivals.

"Many customers were intrigued and thought it was a novelty," she said. "But what most people don't know is that breast milk contains nutrients that can help the immune system and even treat cancer. It is such a precious ingredient and if people would only try it, they would discover all its wonderful benefits."