Colostrum is produced prior to birth of the calf for immediate protection of the newborn; the sooner it is harvested, the more valuable it is. Many companies claim “First” or “Six” but are unwilling or able to prove it. Others state that it is not even possible to...
Digestive Wellness
Digestion plays a critical role in overall health. The process breaks down the food we eat into nutrients which our body uses for energy, growth and cell repair. Our digestive system is also closely linked to our overall well being impacting both our neurological and immune health.
Colostrum is comprised of beneficial components including antibodies along with immune and metabolic factors that support gut health.* Research has also shown that colostrum helps alleviate symptoms of occasional diarrhea.*
Colostrum health-promoting components
There are more than 90 described components in bovine colostrum. Although we are using categories, it should be noted that many of these factors have multiple functions and the classification into certain categories is not always distinct. The information below is...