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Grass-Fed Bovine Colostrum - 180 capsules

  • Source of powerful immune factors; over 700 cooperating substances
  • Pasture cattle from New Zealand and Australia
  • 100% grass-fed
  • 100% freeze-dried and non-defatted
  • 180 capsules
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Ingredients & Usage
Contents: 180 capsules
Ingredients per serving: 3000 mg freeze-dried grass-fed bovine colostrum from New Zealand and Australia
Instructions for use: Take 6 capsules per day
Allergens: Lactose, Milk
Other ingredients: Beef gelatin (capsule)
Good to know: A varied, balanced diet and a healthy lifestyle are important. Food supplements are not a substitute for a varied diet. Store in a cool, dry, dark place and out of the reach of children.
EU standard: Not applicable
FAQ
What is colostrum and why from grass-fed cows?

Colostrum (first milk) is the milk a cow produces in the 24 to 48 hours after giving birth to her calf. It is not ordinary milk but a concentrated package of immunoglobulins (IgG), lactoferrin, growth factors (IGF-1), proline-rich polypeptides, oligosaccharides, vitamins and minerals, designed to kick-start the newborn calf's immune system and gut. Ancestral uses only the surplus colostrum from grass-fed cows (the calf comes first), freeze-dried without heating and without additives. The cows graze outdoors all year round in New Zealand and Australia: grass-fed, with no added hormones, antibiotics, pesticides or GMOs.

What do people use colostrum for?

Colostrum is traditionally used to support the gut lining and the immune system, by athletes for recovery and gut strain during intensive training, around courses of antibiotics and during the winter season. The immunoglobulins and lactoferrin act locally in the gastrointestinal tract. It is food, not a medicine; results vary from person to person.

How do I take the capsules and how many a day?

The standard dose is 6 capsules a day (3,000 mg), taken all at once or spread over the day, preferably on an empty stomach (half an hour before a meal), so the proteins do not compete with a large meal. Start with 1 to 2 capsules for the first few days and add one capsule every couple of days until you reach 6, so your body can get used to it. At 6 a day, a jar of 180 capsules lasts 30 days. Because this is freeze-dried food, you can also open the capsules and mix the powder into a smoothie, yoghurt or (not too hot) food; it tastes mildly sweet and milky.

What is the difference between the capsules, the sachets and the loose powder?

All three contain freeze-dried grass-fed colostrum (the capsules and sachets from New Zealand and Australia, the powder from the USA). The capsules (3,000 mg per 6 capsules) are tasteless and convenient for a fixed dose. The sachets contain 1,000 mg per stick, ideal on the go and for stirring into a drink. The loose powder (119 g, 1 g scoop) is the best value per gram and can be dosed freely, for example 1 to 3 g a day. Colostrum tastes slightly sweet and milky.

Can I use colostrum if I am lactose intolerant or have a cow's milk allergy?

Colostrum is a dairy product: it contains lactose (less than ordinary milk, but not lactose-free) and cow's milk proteins. With lactose intolerance most people tolerate 1 to 3 g a day well, if necessary with a lactase enzyme. With a true cow's milk allergy (IgE), colostrum is not suitable. People sensitive to casein should start low.

Can I get a reaction when I start?

Colostrum is generally well tolerated. A few people experience some gas, a change in bowel movements or mild skin reactions in the first few days as the gut flora adjusts; if so, start with 1 to 2 capsules and build up slowly. Contains no liver, so no vitamin A load.

Is colostrum suitable for children, during pregnancy and alongside medication?

Yes, colostrum is food and is widely used for children (half to 1 g a day, mixed into cold food or drink). During pregnancy and breastfeeding there is no objection; to be on the safe side, consult your midwife. If you take immunosuppressive medication or have an autoimmune condition, consult your doctor. Colostrum naturally contains IGF-1 in dietary amounts; it is not on the doping list.

Does this product contain allergens and how do I store it?

Contains milk (colostrum) and bovine gelatin (capsule). Beyond that no gluten, soy, nuts, egg, fish, sugar, colourings or fillers; not suitable for vegans. From grass-fed cows, free from added hormones, antibiotics and GMOs. Store the jar closed in a cool, dry and dark place, such as a kitchen cupboard; the fridge is not necessary. The powder attracts moisture, so close the jar straight after use and leave the silica gel sachet inside. Unopened and sealed, the product keeps until the date on the label; once opened, preferably use it up within 3 months.