Colostrum: What Is It?
Mammals that have just given birth secrete a milky fluid called colostrum before the production of breast milk starts.
It can be consumed at any stage of life and is typically taken in supplement form. It is a vital source of nutrients that supports infant growth and fights disease.
Although colostrum is produced by various mammals, cow colostrum is typically used to make supplements. Bovine colostrum is the name of this dietary supplement.
Similar to human colostrum, bovine colostrum is a rich source of growth hormones, digestive enzymes, lipids, vitamins, and minerals as well as proteins that fight disease.
Recent years have seen a rise in the popularity of colostrum supplements from cows because they may help with gut health, immunity, and infection prevention.
For these dietary supplements, cow’s colostrum is pasteurized and dried into pills or powders that can be combined with liquids. Bovine colostrum typically has a light yellow hue and a delicate flavor and aroma that resemble buttermilk.