http://colostrum-information_003.htm Colostrum is nature's first food. Natural and pure colostrum is becomming as sought after afer health supplement. Sun, 31 Jul 2011 08:39:48 GMT Web Easy by Avanquest Software Colostrum is nature’s first food for mammals and contains high levels of immunoglobulins, the self-defence mechanism by which the body fights infection as well as valuable growth factors to nourish the new born. The antiviral, antibiotic and general immune boosting properties of colostrum were recognised many thousands of years ago and were used extensively prior to the discovery of antibiotics and sulphur drugs. Today it is not only recognized for its immune boosting properties but the growth factors in colostrum benefit athletes by increasing stamina and due to its tissue healing properties, speeding up recovery from injury. Taking bovine colostrum is not there to replace new found drugs such as antibiotics but to help boost the human immune system and help the body in its everyday fight to prevent viral and bacterial infections. Many new and exciting discoveries are being made about the healing properties of this very old cure used by our forefathers. The immune system is the mechanism by which the body fights infection. Daily, our immune system needs to work optimally to combat foreign substances that enter our bodies. Modern life has placed more stress on our system. The everyday demands of life and the amount of processed food we eat places stress on the body's delicate balance. This can lead to the body's immune system requiring assistance to fight infections. By taking bovine (cow) colostrum as a supplement, we can help support the immune system due to the multiple immune factors and natural antibiotic properties present in colostrum. The many growth factors in colostrum can further offer a broad spectrum boost to the body to encourage optimum health. As we get older, our bodies lose some of its ability to fight infections and replace worn out tissue. Many folks have turned to natural remedies to boost the body's defences. Bovine colostrum has proved not only to support the body's immune system but also contains valuable growth factors that promote tissue repair. Natural and pure bovine colostrum powder is becoming popular as a sought after health supplement for boosting the human immune system. Although many new drugs have shown to be effective in combating infections, the key is to maintain a healthy immune system and help prevent infections and diseases overcoming the body’s defenses in the first place. Research shows that Colostrum is one of the most important nutritional supplements available for enhancing the immune system, for tissue healing and gut health. Copyright 2009 NZTM Colostrum Centre. http://colostrum-information_003.htm Sun, 31 Jul 2011 08:39:48 GMT NZTM http://colostrum-information_003.htm#1