High in Nutrients
More nutrients are present in colostrum from cows than in milk from other animals.
In comparison to cow’s milk, it has more protein, fat, carbohydrates, magnesium, B vitamins, and vitamins A, C, and E.
While colostrum is abundant in macronutrients, vitamins, and minerals, the majority of its alleged health advantages are connected to certain protein components, such as:
- Lactoferrin [1]. The immune system of your body employs the protein lactoferrin to fight off infections, including those brought on by bacteria and viruses.
- Growth elements. Growth factors are hormones that stimulate growth. Bovine colostrum is especially high in two protein-based hormones, insulin-like growth factors 1 and 2, or IGF-1 [2] and IGF-2 [3].
- Your immune system uses proteins called antibodies, also referred to as immunoglobulins, to combat viruses and bacteria. IgA, IgG, and IgM antibodies are abundant in cow colostrum.
Bovine colostrum may be able to boost immunity, treat infections, and provide more related benefits to humans throughout life because it is packed with nutrients that fight disease and promote growth.