What are the nutritional benefits of colostrum?

Colostrum is the first form of milk produced, in nursing a newborn infant, by mammals and human beings. It is a superfood for the immune system, especially for a growing infant.

Benefits:

1. Strong immune system support

2. Lowers inflammation

3. Improves athletic performance

4. Good for antibiotic resistance

5. Good for any type of mysterious GI symptoms (examples below)

   • bloating

   • fibromyalgia

   • pain in the gut

6. Good for chronic fatigue syndrome

7. Helps allergies

8. Helps asthma

How to consume it

Start gradually to avoid an immune or allergic reaction. Start with 1⁄4 teaspoon of colostrum mixed with water right before bed. Take it for a week or so to allow your body to get used to it. You can then increase it to 1 teaspoon per day.

Where to get it

Get a grass-fed brand of colostrum. You can get it at a health food store or order it online.