Yes, the amount of lactose in the “first milking” colostrum is so small that it can be taken even by those with lactose intolerance. In many cases, the colostrum heals the intestinal wall and reduces many food allergies including allergic reactions to dairy products.

For best results and ongoing benefits, we recommend adding colostrum as a food supplement to your daily diet to support the immune system and prevent infections and illness. Colostrum helps rebuild tissues that breakdown as a normal part of aging. Taking colostrum as a daily supplement prolongs longevity and increases energy levels.

The amount of colostrum recommended varies from person to person. Most professionals suggest a maintenance dose of 4 to 6 capsules or 2 large spoonfuls of powder twice daily, but if you’re recovering from an injury you may want to start off taking more than this. Also, if you feel a cold or flu coming on you may want to up your dosage to help you recover quicker and relieve your symptoms. People with chronic illnesses such as fibromyalgia or chronic fatigue syndrome and athletes and body builders may take 10 – 15 capsules or up to 40 gr of colostrum powder daily. Colostrum is completely natural and can be consumed safely in any quantity.

Colostrum works in the digestive tract so that all substances taken internally (food, herbs, other supplements and medications) may become more bio-available to the body and have a more pronounced effect, so pay attention to how you feel and adjust accordingly. If you are under a doctor’s care for a medical condition, consult your doctor before adding colostrum to your diet.

Yes, you may take colostrum in addition to whey protein for gaining mass. For a 28g serving of whey protein, we suggest between 12-15g of colostrum. The daily effective dosage compliments a higher intake of protein. Depending on the intensity of physical activity, diet, additional supplements, and other factors, the contributing mass building impact of Bodyboost may vary. Read more about all the positive contributing factors of taking colostrum while increasing muscle mass.For recipe ideas on how best to use Colostrum, take a look at our Recipes posted on our Blog.

Colostrum is a natural product with no known side effects. However, due to colostrum’s detoxifying nature, it’s possible that as toxins are released, they may produce minor rashes, bowel changes or flu-like symptoms until they are cleansed from the body. These are short term detoxifying symptoms rather than long term side effects. For more information on the detox processread our article on the healing crisis.Side effects are also possible if you are taking other supplements or medications along with the colostrum, because colostrum may help your body better utilize them. If taking any prescription drugs, over the counter medications, herbs or nutritional supplements, consult with your health care provider before adding colostrum to your diet so that he/she can adjust or re-evaluate your supplements or medication needs.

Colostrum won’t hurt you, your fetus, or your infant, but as always with anything you take during pregnancy or while you are nursing, you should check with your health care professional first. Colostrum will help supplement your immune system which takes a hit during childbirth. It will also help you recover faster and help you lose those extra pounds associated with pregnancy quicker.

BodyBoost colostrum is collected from the first milking after birth or within 16 hours of birth. The extraction process is humane and does not adversely affect the mother cow or calf. When the calf is born the mother produces about 18 liters of Colostrum in the first milking and the calf drinks all he wants or about 5 liters. The rest is put into a special container and frozen to maintain maximum bioactivity of our whole colostrum. BodyBoost is free of synthetic hormones, pesticides and antibiotics, it is processed using minimal heat to ensure the bioavailability of its nutritional factors.

Colostrum is strongly recommended for infants who are not being breastfed. Colostrum can help growing children in many ways, from better concentration, increased memory to fewer illnesses such as autism, diabetes, and juvenile arthritis. Children have a tendency to catch colds and illness from peers and schoolmates, so Colostrum will help immensely. As always, we suggest that you consult with your health care provider.

Yes, yes, yes! Colostrum’s immune factors are highly effective anti-bacterial and anti-viral agents to help reduce and eliminate infections in external injuries (cuts, burns, abrasions and surgical wounds). Colostrum also contains epithelial (skin) growth hormone that stimulates accelerated healing and powerful anti-inflammatory agents that can eliminate swelling and pain.Open the capsule and mix with sterile water or a saline solution to form a paste. This can be applied directly to the affected area. Bandage if needed. Reapply two to three times daily until healing is complete.

Yes! Colostrum’s powerful antibacterial factors have been shown to help prevent and treat Gingivitis. Application is made by applying colostrum directly to the gum area just before retiring. Reapply nightly until better. Colostrum has also been shown to help control any pain before or after dental work.

Yes! Colostrum is a natural and healthy means of stimulating the brain to release serotonin and dopamine and prolong their re-uptake. Lactalbumin in colostrum has been clinically proven to improve mood during stress. In fact, for most people, Colostrum is so effective that we do not recommend taking it after 5 or 6 PM, as the increased energy may interfere with sleep.