Colostrum is mother natures perfectly formed natural nano-technology for balancing the body and helping with rejuvenation, regeneration and immune enhancement & regulation. With all of the anti-aging factors, immune factors, essential factors (glyconutrients, fatty acids, amino acids), basics and metabolic factors, in their whole food forms this first food gives us what we need for youth, health and vitality!

Every man, woman, child and family pet can benefit from this substance because it is so packed with different nutrients that have a major impact on longevity, wellness and health.

The biologically active components in complete first milking colostrum can be divided into categories based upon the health aspect where they exert their greatest influence. In most cases the functions of these components can be clearly separated into four distinct categories; Growth Factors, Immune Factors, Basics/Metabolic Factors. Keep in mind that the Growth Factors do cross over and support immune function as well.

The Immune Factors- To comprehend what the Immune Factors are in high quality first milking colostrum and what they do, it is important to recognize that some of these components have one or more effects on the overall regulation and functioning of the immune system (immuno-regulating substances), while others are very restricted in what they can do and their benefits are usually very localized in the body, ordinarily exerting their effects primarily in the gut (gut protective substances).

Immuno-regulating substances.

Thymosin (alpha & beta chains). A hormone composed of two protein-based chains that are separately present in bovine colostrum. The chains act on the thymus gland independently or in concert with each other to stimulate activation, development and maintenance of the immune system.

Proline-rich peptide (PRP), a/k/a thymulin. A hormone-like small protein that acts upon the thymus and other organs associated with the immune system to keep them from over-reacting to an insult. (1)

Cytokines. Small proteins produced by various cells in the body that induce the generation of specialized types of white blood cells, signal them to come to the site of an insult and help in their passage through tissues. (2)

Lymphokines. Proteins of varying sizes that are produced by different types of white blood cells that tell related cells to transform themselves into more functional cell types that can release substances capable of destroying an invading microorganism.

The Growth Factors-These different naturally occurring growth factors play a very major role in keeping us functional, healthy and youthful. There are too many to go over all of the IGF Super Family so we have focused on just a few of the major factors.

Growth hormone. Very small quantities of growth hormone are found in complete first milking colostrum, but that is all that is required since this hormone is extremely potent. It has a direct effect on almost every cell type and significantly influences the proliferation of new cells, particularly their rate of generation. Scientific studies have shown that continued ingestion of small amounts of growth hormone are beneficial in limiting the ongoing deterioration of cells associated with the aging process.

Insulin-like growth factors (IGFs). Insulin-like growth factor-1 (IGF-1) and its closely related counterpart insulin-like growth factor-2 (IGF-2) are potent hormones that are found in association with almost all cells in the body. They are part of a group of more than 90 different proteins, called the "IGF Binding Protein (IGFBP) Superfamily", that is responsible for the processes by which cells grow and reproduce. These substances are also responsible for maintenance of the metabolic pathways by which cells convert glucose to glycogen, a primary metabolic energy resource, and assemble amino acids to create proteins. Many of the growth factors found in colostrum and previously defined by their functions are now considered part of the IGFBP Superfamily.

Transforming growth factors A & B. Induces the transformation of cells from an immature form to a mature, functional status.

Epithelial growth factor. Involved in the generation and maintenance of cells in the epithelial layers of the skin.

Fibroblast growth factor. Associated with the regeneration of various types of tissue, including skin and other organs.

Platelet-derived growth factor. Responsible for the generation of cells and functions associated with blood clotting.

The Metabolic Factors-We all want to maintain a youthful outer appearance, some of the factors above work within the section to do just that; provide a youthful, lean look.

Leptin. A small hormone-like protein that can suppress appetite, enhance metabolic rate and lead to body weight reduction. Mature fat cells (adipocytes) release leptin in the presence of insulin, which is also found in colostrum. The binding of leptin to its receptors in the presence of insulin initiates a cascade of chemical signals to the hypothalamus resulting in appetite suppression and the triggering of fat metabolism in the liver. Leptin deficiency may be associated with obesity, particularly in diabetic individuals.

Insulin. A hormone required for the effective metabolic utilization of glucose. Insulin binds to specific receptor sites on cells, facilitating their interaction with IGF-1 and, thus, initiating the conversion of glucose to glycogen, a major source of metabolic energy.

Vitamin-binding proteins. Smaller proteins that act as carriers to deliver B-complex vitamins to the body. Carrier proteins and the associated vitamins folate (B6), B12 and orotic acid are found in colostrum.

Fat-associated vitamins. Significant quantities of vitamins A, D, E and K are dissolved in or associated with the fat in colostrum.

Mineral-binding proteins. In addition to interfering with the replication of certain microorganisms, the iron-binding proteins, lactoferrin and transferrin, also serve to capture iron from ingested sources and present it in a form that can be readily absorbed by the body. Lactoferrin can also bind copper and deliver it in a form suitable for absorption by the body. In addition, there are two carrier proteins in colostrum that assist in the absorption of calcium. They are casein, which is also an abundant source of amino acids to build new protein molecules, and alpha-lactalbumin, which is present in colostrum very soon after birth.

Cyclic adenosine monophosphate (cAMP). A phosphorylated nucleotide in a high-energy state that is applicable to energy transfer in metabolism. This is the lowest energy form of adenosine triphosphate (ATP), the primary energy transfer molecule in normal metabolism. AMP can be recycled to ATP through existent intracellular pathways and, thus, colostrum can serve as a resource for these energy transfer substances.

Enzyme inhibitors. These have been called "permeability factors" by other manufacturers, but are actually small proteins that slow down or inhibit the breakdown of proteins by certain enzymes. They provide limited protection to the immune, growth and metabolic factors as they pass through the digestive tract.