***Colostrum - Immune Support That Starts At The Beginning Of Life

What is Colostrum?

It’s the thick yellow fluid which is produced as a precursor to mother’s milk (cow, goat, human or other mammal). It is nature’s transfer of immune factors that occurs the first two days postpartum.

Why is Goat Colostrum better?

Mt Capra's CapraColostrum is unique because it’s goat colostrum -- meaning it’s from a source that is closest to human milk, providing the two most important components for overall health—immune and growth factors. It has shown to be easily tolerated even by those with the most compromised immune systems, including victims of chemical sensitivities. Colostrum from Mt. Capra comes from goats that are never fed synthetic growth-hormones, antibiotics or feed that contains pesticides or herbicides—the true essence of natural. Furthermore, Mt. Capra's Goat Colostrum is processed using Refractance Window™ drying equipment—proprietary heat transfer technology that gently and efficiently removes moisture from delicate product while preserving excellent nutrient levels.

Research has shown that colostrum has powerful life supporting immune & growth factors that ensure the health and security of the newborn. While supporting healthy immune function, colostrum also enables us to resist the negative effects of contaminates and allergens. In addition the growth factors in colostrum enhance one's ability to burn fat, add muscle mass and rejuvenate skin & cellular function.

Although many individuals are allergic to or intolerant of milk and products derived from it, colostrum is NOT milk, its composition is much different and tolerated by the most sensitive individuals…after all, it’s nature’s first food.

How does colostrum work?

Mt. Capra's CapraColostrum is extremely beneficial in that it provides the body with powerful immune factors. Some medical research says the presence of a wide spectrum of Immunoglobulins, Antibodies and Powerful Immune & Growth factors found in colostrum can be of wide therapeutic help for optimal health & wellness. Colostrum has the unique ability to support normal cell growth & tissue repair.

Colostrum and your immune system.

Capra's Goat Colostrum provides immune supportive agents called Immunoglobulins which include IgA, IgD, IgE, IgG & IgM. These antibodies naturally fight off bacteria, viruses, allergens & yeast. They can also promote muscle growth and aid in the production of immune cells.

CapraColostrum is harvested from our own goats which are never given hormones or antibiotics. CapraColostrum is collected from the first two days postpartum lacteal secretions.

What are the benefits of colostrum supplementation?

First of all, there are over 90 known health-enhancing components in colostrum, the primary being immune and growth factors. Immune factors in colostrum have been shown to:

Fight harmful viruses, bacteria, yeast and funguses

Provide over 20 antibodies effective against E. coli, salmonella, rotavirus, candida, streptococcus, staphylococcus, H. pylori, and crystosporidia

Contain immunoglobulins (IgA, IgD, IgE, IgG & IgM) that have a multiple purpose:

Support compromised immune system

Balance overactive immune responses such as those in autoimmune disorder

Promote muscle growth

Contain lactoferrin, an iron-binding protein with antiviral, antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties
Growth factors in colostrum help build and restore:

Bone, muscle, nerve tissue, connective tissue, skin & cartilage

Lean muscle mass & burn body fat for fuel

Skin collagen and epithelial growth factors to protect and slow the aging process

Tissue and support integrity of the gut lining

Additional benefits of colostrum supplementation include:

Immunoglobulins that neutralize and protect the intestinal wall from dangerous toxins

Encourages health-enhancing intestinal bacteria like acidophilus

Nucleotides and vitamins for immune system support

Peroxidase, lactoferrin and polysaccharides for immune functions

Support to heal the G.I. tract, especially leaky gut syndrome

Effectiveness in treatment of the following disorders, but not limited to:

Thrombocytopenia
Anemia
Myasthenia Gravis
Guillain Barre Syndrome
Multiple Sclerosis
Systemic Lupus
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
Crohn’s Disease

Combining Colostrum with Probiotics

According to Joe Stout B.Sc. M.S. IP, in his article entitled "Research Shows Possible Synergy Between Probiotics and Colostrum," he states the following:

"Probiotics and colostrum have long been known to provide a myriad of health benefits."

"Probiotics (living helpful microorganisms) have been shown to enhance immune function, restore natural healthy intestinal microflora, relieve and repair gastrointestinal disorders, and even reduce lactose intolerance."

"Colostrum (the “first milk” of mammalian mothers) has also been shown to augment immune function as well as provide growth factors."

"Volumes of research have been done on both of these substances and emerging studies from the Journal of Applied Microbiology and Biotechnology has found a natural synergy or coalition between these two substances. Immune enhancers such as lymphocyte (white blood cells) growth and macrophage phagocytosis (destruction of dangerous bacteria) were shown to increase by up to twice their normal capacity when probiotics and colostrum were paired together. Probiotic strains as well as immunoglobulins (immune enhancers)must be viable and active to achieve the highest health benefit when ingested."

"Recent studies show that overall viability of probiotic strain Lactobacillus rhamnosus as well as IgG immunoglobulins were strengthened to a greater degree when utilized as a pair than when utilized independently. These emerging scientific studies are giving credence to a new understanding of certain natural biochemical coalitions existing in nature".

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It is the goal of Mt. Capra Whole Food Vitamin Company to offer whole food nutritionals just as one would find them in the natural world. Mt. Capra is pleased to offer CapraColostrum which is harvested from healthy, antibiotic and growth hormone free goats.

Mt. Capra also offers a shelf stable probiotic called CaproBiotics Advanced which is cultured in all natural skim goats’ milk. Mt. Capra's CaproBiotics Advanced probiotic formula delivers 24 billion bacteria and 10 billion bacteria per serving respectively. Both the goat colostrum and the probiotics are gently processed ensuring the highest nutritional bioavailability.

The statements contained in this article have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. The information contained here is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Information and ideas presented in this document are for information only and should not be interpreted as medical advice, meant for diagnosing illness, or for prescriptive purposes. The information in this article is not to be used to replace the services or instructions of a physician or qualified health care practitioner.