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The Benefits of Colostrum
Colostrum is full of rich
nutrients and immune factors that set babies on the path to
health. Our manufacturer, New Image International, tests
each batch of pure colostrum for consistent levels of
immunoglobulins, fats, lacto-ferrin, protein, and vitamins.
Each individual's response to natural ingredients depends upon
their bodies absorption of these important nutrients. Here are
a few reasons why you should be taking Alpha Lipid colostrum to
get the most
benefits of colostrum:
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Immune Factors:
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Immunoglobulins: globulin proteins
that function as antibodies and are the key immune
element found in bovine colostrum. They serve to
counteract toxins, viruses, and bacteria in our
lymphatic and circulatory systems (1).
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- Immunoglobulin G (IgG)
counteracts bacteria and toxins in the blood
and lymphatic system (1).
- immunoglobulin M (IgM)
seeks out and attaches itself to viruses in the
circulatory system (1).
- Immunoglobulin A (IgA)
provides protection against microbes
proliferating in body secretions, especially
those of the digestive and respiratory tracts
(4).
- Lactoferrin: a protein that
transports iron to red blood cells and helps fight
micro-organisms by depriving them of iron (1).
- Proline-rich polypeptide (PRP): a
hormone that helps calm a hyperactive immune system or
stimulate an underactive immune system. PRP has
also been shown to reduce or eliminate the pain,
swelling, and inflammation associated with allergies
and autoimmune diseases (1).
- Leukocytes: white cells that
stimulate production of interferon, a protein that
inhibits viruses from reproducing (1).
- Lysozyme: a hydrolyzing protein
agent and immune system booster capable of destroying
bacteria and viruses on contact (2).
- Cytokines and lymphokinesa:
regulate the body's immune response, stimulate the
production of immunoglobulins, and affect cell growth
and repair. Cytokines have been a major area of
research in seeking a cure for cancer (1).
- Oligosaccharides: help prevent
bacteria from attaching to the mucous membranes, which
line the gut and throat. Colostrum is thus a
great choice for relief of sore throats due to the
protection it provides the throat from bacterial
infection (2).
- Vitamins: Colostrum contains small
amounts of Vitamins A, B12, and E, all crucial for a
healthy immune system (2).
- Glycoproteins (protease
inhibitors): are complex proteins that protect
immune factors and growth factors from being broken
down by the acids in the digestive tract (1).
Growth Factors:
- Growth factors in colostrum, such as Epithelial
Growth Factor (EgF), stimulate normal growth as well as
the healing and repair of aged or injured skin, bone,
muscle, and other tissues (1). Insulin-like
Growth Factors, IgF-1 and IgF-2, help slow the
breakdown of protein in the body, and cause the body to
favor fat as an energy source, preserving dietary
protein for the generation of new lean muscle tissue
(3).
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