Why do we need Colostrum?
Nature's first food, colostrum can be used as a dietary supplement to support and enhance the immune system as well as the body defense mechanism in all age groups. In addition to the potential health benefits, colostrum can improve mineral absorption, including calcium, phosphorus, magnesium, zinc and iron.
The use of colostrum for the treatment of illness and for the maintenance of well-being dates back thousands of years. The Ayurvedic physicians and the Rishis of India have been using colostrum for medicinal purposes since for thousands of years, where it was known for its healing and therapeutic ability. The Scandinavians and northern Europeans celebrate the health of a newborn calf (as well as contribute to their own health) by preparing and eating pudding made with colostrum and honey.
In the US, colostrum was used for its antibiotic properties before sulfa drugs and antibiotics were available. Research has revealed a wealth of information about the healing potential of colostrum and its components and their ability to fight disease.
What is Lactoferrin?
Lactoferrin is isolated from bovine milk, where it is found as a minor protein component of whey proteins. It appears to have antibacterial, antiviral, antifungal, anti-inflammatory, antioxidant and immunomodulatory activities.
• Lactoferrin is an iron-binding glycoprotein found in human secretions like tears, saliva, milk and mucous
• Helps enhance iron transport and absorption
• Helps promote a healthy balance of natural intestinal flora
• Helps increase bioavailability and absorption of nutrients in the body and helps decrease the bioavailability of iron to pathogens
• May have anti-aging properties by helping prevent the formation of free radicals that trigger oxidation
• Helps contribute to host defense against pathogens by protecting lymphocytes against free iron
• Promotes a healthy immune system.
What are plant sterols?
Plant sterols are extracts of certain plants that, when ingested, inhibit the absorption of cholesterol in the small intestine. Thus, dietary cholesterol never gets into the system.
Plant sterols are extracts of certain plants that, when ingested, inhibit the absorption of cholesterol in the small intestine. Plant sterols are present naturally in small quantities in many fruits, vegetables, nuts, seeds, cereals, legumes, vegetable oils, and other plant sources. Foods supplemented with plant sterols may reduce cholesterol and may help to lower the risk of heart disease.
