Bovine colostrum and its health benefits
Author: Lucie Garabasova
Bovine colostrum, also known as colostrum, is the first milk a cow produces after giving birth. It is rich in antibodies, growth factors, vitamins and other substances that strengthen immunity and regeneration – not only in calves, but also in humans and animals.
Main benefits of bovine colostrum
- Support of immunity – high content of immunoglobulins (especially IgG)
- Anti-inflammatory effects – natural fight against inflammation
- Support of digestion – help in restoring the intestinal mucosa and balancing the microbiome
- Regeneration of the organism – growth factors accelerate healing and cell renewal
- Help in convalescence – after surgery, illness or chemotherapy
Why bovine colostrum?
The composition of bovine colostrum is very similar to human. It is obtained ethically – only from the surplus after the birth of a calf. In addition, it is well tolerated even by people with lactose intolerance.
How do I recognize quality cow colostrum?
When choosing colostrum, focus on the following criteria:
- Origin: colostrum should come from controlled European farms
- Processing method: gently dried (e.g. freeze-dried) to preserve the active ingredients
- IgG content: ideally 20% or more (IgG = Immunoglobulin G is one of the five main types of antibodies in the human body.
- Free of additives: no artificial sweeteners, preservatives or chemical additives
- Certification and testing: verified quality and microbiological purity
Cannadorra products meet all these requirements, they even contain 30% IgG.
📊 What do studies say about the effects of cow colostrum?
The effects of cow colostrum have been confirmed by a number of clinical studies:
- Immunity: A study published in the Journal of Clinical Nutrition showed increased IgA levels in people taking colostrum for 8 weeks.
- Sports performance: Research from Exercise Immunology Review found that athletes had a lower incidence of respiratory infections after taking colostrum.
- Gut health: According to Clinical and Experimental Gastroenterology, colostrum can help with irritable bowel syndrome and Crohn's disease.
👪 Who is cow colostrum suitable for?
- Adults with frequent viral infections or weakened immunity
- Children (from 3 years old) in kindergarten or school
- Seniors and people in recovery
- Athletes (for regeneration and prevention of overload)
- Pets with weakness, digestive problems or allergies
🚫 Who is not suitable?
- People with allergies to milk proteins (especially casein or whey)
- Vegans who avoid all animal products
- For children under 3 years of age, consultation with a pediatrician is recommended
In case of chronic diseases or taking medication, we recommend consulting a doctor about the use of colostrum.
Colostrum for humans: capsules with probiotics and beta-glucans
The dietary supplement from Cannadorra Colostrum capsules combines three effective ingredients:
- Cow colostrum - the basis for strong immunity
- Probiotics - for the balance of the intestinal microbiome
- Beta-glucans - natural activators of the immune system
Suitable for: adults and children from 3 years of age, people with weakened immunity, allergy sufferers, people after illness or antibiotics.
🐶 Colostrum for animals: pure natural support
For animals, Cannadorra offers pure cow colostrum for animals in the form of a fine powder, without added substances.
Helps:
- puppies, seniors, weakened animals
- with digestive problems, after vaccination or stress
- improve the condition of the skin and fur
It is easy to dose - add to the food according to the weight of the animal.
📌 Conclusion
Cow colostrum is an exceptional natural remedy for supporting immunity, regeneration and overall health. Suitable for the whole family and pets, natural, safe and effective - exactly such products can be found in the Zelená Země offer.