Colostrum 100% New Zealand

1. Colostrum100% New Zealand

2. What Is Colostrum ? Colostrum is the pre-milk or rather the first lacteal secretion that is produced by the mother in all mammals immediately following the birth of a young one. “Life’s first food”, can also be used to define Colostrum as it not only supports new life but also provides the new life with immunity to grow and prosper Colostrum is a non-toxic, non-allergenic food supplement that has no negative interactions with drugs, food or other supplements. Each drop of Colostrum contains immunoglobulins (immune enhancing molecules), growth factors, antibodies, vitamins, minerals, enzymes, amino acids, and other substances designed to help the body battle and face a lifetime of invasion by micro-organisms, environmental toxins harmful germs and bacteria.

3. Cont…. • The composition of colostrum and its physical properties are quite different from that of mature milk • Colostrum is a good source of nutrients, but in addition it contains enhanced levels of many biologically active components • Colostrum has been traditionally used for improving immune function and general well being. Ancient Indian healers have used colostrum for centuries. • More recently, colostrum has been investigated as an immunological agent for gastrointestinal health, especially in individuals who are immuno-compromised • Colostrum has also gained recent popularity as a sports supplement for supporting muscle gain, performance and recovery

4. What Is Bovine Colostrum? The Oxford dictionary of nutrition defines bovine Colostrum as - “The vital pre milk produced by cows during the first few days after birth. Colostrum is a valuable source of antibodies for the new-born infant.”

5. Bovine Colostrum For Humans The idea of using bovine colostrum is not new. Ancient Ayurvedic practitioners (Ancient Indian healers), Scandinavians and Northern Europeans have used bovine colostrum traditionally for centuries to boost the immune system and increase health and wellbeing. Up until the 1950’s Colostrum was recommended in the USA before the availability of antibiotics. According to Donald Henderson, MD of the West Gastrology group in LA “The biochemical differences between cow and human colostrum are very small, in-fact the two are almost identical”. Bovine colostrum is suitable for adults and children as it is not species specific and is much richer in immune factors, although human colostrum is still best for nursing babies.

6. How Is Colostrum Different From Milk? Composition of Colostrum: The major difference between colostrum and mature milk is that colostrum contains higher levels of naturally occurring bioactive components. These bioactive components provide Colostrum with unique benefits which are significantly different from those associated with mature milk. Bioactive Components in Colostrum: Immunoglobulin: are present in the whey component of milk and in human serum and other tissue fluids. Colostrum has the highest concentration of immunoglobulin of these. The two predominant immunoglobulin in colostrum are IgG and IgA. The bioactive molecules in colostrum include factors such as immunoglobulin's and growth factors. Overall Colostrum has a much higher protein, vitamin, mineral content and is lower in lactose compared to plain milk.

7. What Are Immunoglobulin? Immunoglobulins are basically proteins called globulins, they can also be called a group of specialised bio-active proteins or molecules found in serum and other tissue fluids, including the milk of all mammals. Five types or classes of immunoglobulin recognised in bovine mammals specifically bovine colostrum are: Immunoglobulin G (IgG) - helps to modulate and strengthen the immune system. Immunoglobulin A (IgA) - the most important first lines of defence for the immune system, found predominantly in the mouth, digestive system, lungs, urinary tract and other body cavities. IgA aids the body’s defences against bacterial and viral infections, in particular the respiratory system and the gastrointestinal tract. Immunoglobulin M (IgM) – This stimulates the manufacture of complement (a group of plasma proteins that are a part of the immune system to facilitate the fight against antigens and bacteria)

8. Cont…. • Immunoglobulin D (IgD) - their function is to signal when the young immune cells in the spleen are ready to be activated. Thus, ready to take part in supporting the immune system. • Immunoglobulin E (IgE) are a type of antibody that are in the blood that react in response to allergic reactions In general, immunoglobulin's work to:- neutralise toxins or viruses- prevent adhesion of pathogens to host cell surfaces e.g. intestinal epithelium- bind to bacteria- enhance the ability of host immune cells to remove pathogens - damage foreign micro-organisms themselves e.g. in conjunction with complement cells The most prevalent class of immunoglobulin in all species is IgG. Immunoglobulins have an integral role in the immune defence system in that they form antibodies.

9. What Are Growth Factors? Growth factors are very small bio-active molecules which promote growth and maturation of various cell types and tissues. These growth factors are found in abundance in Colostrum. Growth factors not only stimulate normal growth and development but also help in regeneration, acceleration and repair of old or injured muscle, skin, bone and cartilage. They also help to stimulate the body to burn the fat stored in the body as fuel instead of the muscle tissue when fasting or dieting and also helps build lean muscle.

10. Colostrum For Everybody Colostrum can be consumed by both adults & children. Children particularly benefit from colostrum, as it can support usage (increased immunity) as they have a higher chance of catching a cold, flu and other illness from the other children at school. Growing children benefit from Colostrum as it provides key nutrients. Colostrum is not recommended for infants below the age of six months as they are encouraged to have breast milk and may not be able to digest the bovine colostrum. After puberty our body slows down production of growth hormones, which are needed for re-production of all our cellular tissues. Upon ageing these hormones continually slow down production. Growth factors, which colostrum can provide, are hormones that stimulate the normal reproduction of body cellular tissue.

11. Cont…… The New England Journal of Medicine some years ago stated that the most effective anti-ageing process would be as simple as replacement of growth hormones at proper levels to slow down ageing or even stop the ageing process. Bovine Colostrum has been used for years as a health supplement and the results have been well documented, colostrum is completely safe with no side effects and can be consumed in high doses with no expected toxicity. Control and management of the collection, manufacturing processes, packaging and storage ensures colostrum is delivered with optimal quality, certified to be fit for human consumption. Colostrum is safe to be used when pregnant with no expected adverse effects, but if pregnant please consult your doctor before consuming. After the birth of the baby the mother can immediately start taking colostrum as it supports the mother’s immune system, which is depressed during pregnancy, thus helping her recover faster . Colostrum also assists the new mother in the long term to lose the extra pounds gained when pregnant.

12. Cont….. The amount of lactose in Colostrum is very little compared to milk, hence it is relatively safe for lactose intolerant people to take Colostrum, Slight discomfort in the digestive system could be as a result of the healing process in the gut. Colostrum also works very well to make the body function more effectively helping the weight loss process to be more effective. Various studies have shown that Colostrum assists sports people in faster recovery after vigorous exercise regimes. Swimmers have known to take Colostrum for faster recovery and to increase their immune system specially from water borne illness like flu, cold, cough etc.

13. Why New Zealand Colostrum? New Zealand Colostrum is known to be among one of the most premium Colostrum in the world and also recognized as being one of the best in the world. New Zealand has a strong competitive advantage in Colostrum production as all NZ's dairy cows calve during a single three-month period each year.NZ Colostrum is collected in bulk and transported in fresh chilled state from farm to the processing plant. This is a critical advantage as this ensures gentle handling, and low temperature collection and process technology which preserve Colostrum's active ingredients. In New Zealand all dairy products are governed by strict regulations and have to adhere to a very strict standards for the dairy industry, the governing body for this is MAF – Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry. Right from production of Colostrum until the actual sales of the end product, it is mandatory for all dairy products to be stored, pa New Zealand Colostrum is collected from pasture fed cows only