Colostrum: Nature’s perfect immune booster!
Colostrum has been shown in numerous clinical studies to have both probiotic (organisms that have a beneficial effect human intestinal health) and antibiotic effects. It has also been shown to help repair intestinal tissue, support immune function, and increase vitality and stamina. It is one of the broadest-spectrum SuperFood supplements known to medical science. There are over 90 known compounds (with estimates of up to 250) components in colostrum that effect over 50 processes in the body ranging from immunity to regeneration and growth. All of these factors work together in perfect synergy to restore and maintain health. The primary components, divided into two classes, are immune factors and growth factors. Colostrum also contains a precise balance of vitamins, minerals and amino acids.
Colostrum’s Immune Factors
Immune factors in colostrum have been shown to help the body fight off harmful invaders such as viruses, bacteria’s, parasites, yeast’s and funguses. Each factor plays a specific role in our body’s defense against these attackers. Immune factors in colostrum balance the immune system and regulate the thymus (a key component of the immune system), control inflammation and protect against allergic reactions.
Human colostrum only contains 2% of this critical immunoglobulin. Bovine colostrum contains 38% immunoglobulins, specifically IgG (a protein that acts as an antibody). It is considered to be one of the body’s most important immunoglobulins because it is so effective against so many different microorganisms, many of which are resistant to current antibiotics. Bovine colostrum contains the highest levels of immune and growth factors possible, up to 4 times more immune factors than human colostrum. Colostrum also contains PRP (Polyproline-Rich-Peptides). Medical studies show that PRP in colostrum supports an under active immune system. PRP’s (support and regulate the thymus gland) the body’s master gland for the immune system. They stimulate an underactive immune system by helping it to move into action against disease-causing organisms. PRP in colostrum also helps balance an overactive immune system present in autoimmune diseases, making it a very valuable addition to help correct this devastating condition. Colostrum helps rebuild the immune system. Plus colostrum functions like a supplemental immune system, it is especially good for people with chronic depleted immune systems, or for those who have had long lasting or recurring infections.
