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Colostrum is a complex substance containing varying components that have specific or nonspecific therapeutic and nutritional benefits. There are two main ways in which colostrum supports the human organism.

1. Firstly, multiple immune factors and natural antibiotic properties provide strong support for overall immunity 
2. The many growth factors in colostrum offer a broad-spectrum boost to the body encouraging optimum health and healing.

The stronger your body's immune system becomes, the more resilient it is to invading pathogens.

The Immune Factors

Immunoglobulins

The principal immunoglobulins that function as antibodies are IgG, IgA, and IgM. All these immunoglobulins function synergistically so as to complement each other in their purpose to hunt down and destroy invading pathogenic microbes.

All excerpts from wikipedia

IgG ~

IgG antibodies are predominantly involved in the secondary immune response (the main antibody involved in primary response is IgM). The presence of specific IgG generally corresponds to maturation of the antibody response.[2]

This is the only isotype that can pass through the human placenta, thereby providing protection to the fetus in utero. Along with IgA secreted in the breast milk, residual IgG absorbed through the placenta provides the neonate with humoral immunity before its own immune system develops. Colostrum contains a high percentage of IgG, especially in bovine colostrum.

It can bind to many kinds of pathogens, for example viruses, bacteria, and fungi, and protects the body against them by agglutination and immobilization, complement activation (classical pathway), opsonization for phagocytosis and neutralization of their toxins. It also plays an important role in Antibody-dependent cell-mediated cytotoxicity(ADCC).

IgG is also associated with Type II and Type III Hypersensitivity.


IgA~



Primary role is as the first line of defense then protecting mucosal surfaces and preventing pathogen attacks


IgM~ 

Primary role is to fight while also enhancing phagocytosis (engulfment and digestion of bacteria) thereby destroying invading pathogens




IgE~

 Primarily involved with the allergic reaction and with histamine associated allergic reaction as well as active defence against enteric parasites.




IgD~

Stimulates lymphocytes to produce antibodies




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Apart from that, colostrum also have these to enhance the immunoglobulin functions.

Lactoferrin
An iron-binding protein with potent broad spectrum antiviral, antibacterial, anti-inflammatory and free radical reducing effects.Lactoferrin also helps protect tissues from pathogenic,  inflammatory and oxidation damage.

Cytokines
A group of substances that assist with regulation of immunity and inflammatory responses in the body. Two common forms of cytokines in colostrum are interleukin 1 and 6. They help to regulate the intensity and duration of the immune response and control the communication between the immune system cells while at the same time boosting T lymphocyte activity.



Proline Rich Polypeptides (PRP's)
These have been shown to enhanced immunity by stimulating a weak immune system and /or balancing an overactive one. This can be done partly by the action of regulating the activity of the thymus gland which is often describes as the 'command centre' for the immune system. 

Antibacterial Enzymes
These work synergistically with each other and increase antibacterial activity in the presence  of lactoferrin, forming a deadly combination for invading bacteria.


Lactalbumin
This substance, research has indicated, may have possibilities for enhancement of the immune response against numerous forms of viruses and cancers including breast and liver. Lactalbumin has also been shown in vulnerable subjects to raise brain serotonin activity, reduce cortisol concentration and improve moods when under stress.

Growth Factors
Growth factors found in colostrum include Epidermal Growth Factor (EGF), Trophoblast Growth Factor (TGF), Insulin-like Growth Factor (IGF) and Fibroblast Growth factor (FGF). Their function primarily is in the growth, development and maturation of cells, organs. nerves, muscle and tissues. Growth factors also play a part in the body's healing and recovery processes.
  

 Probiotics
The main function of the digestive system is the preparation of food, making it available to the body for energy, growth and structural maintenance. Final digestion occurs in the intestine assisted by billions of microorganisms (probiotic bacteria). Food is metabolised and absorbed through the gut wall into the body and it has been recommended that even a healthy diet should be supplemented with the leading form of good bacteria- Lactobacillus Acidophilus. This probiotic isincluded in Alpha Lipid Lifeline and should be taken every day.


A critical balance of both good and bad bacteria within the intestine is vital and this balance can be affected by changes in diet, health or immune status, age, stress and even during the use of medications. An imbalance of these bacteria can cause effects ranging from mild discomfort to far more serious conditions such as Irritable Bowel Syndrome, and even cancers.


Intestinal Health
Significant research has shown that probiotics are beneficial are beneficial in the treatment of many types of diarrhoea associated with antibiotic tereatment, traveller's diarrhoea and shildhood rotavirus associated diarrhoea. Probiotics have been proven to preserve intestinal ontegrity and mediate the effects of inflammatory bowel diseases such as colitis. In additon lactic acid can improve intestinal mobility and relieve constipation, particularly for those in their senior years.

Immune system
Research suggest that probiotics can enhance both the specific and non-specific immune response by increasing local levels of cytokines and natural killer cell activity as well as having a positive effect on the immunoglobulin.


Lactose Intolerance
Evidence has shown that lactic acid bacteria alleviates symptoms of lactose intolerance by providing bacterial lactase to the stomach and ontestine, thereby improving lactose digestion function.


Allergy
Probiotics have a beneficial effect on the mucosal barrier function thus reducing the allergic reaction. Probiotics have also exhibited a positive influence on the treatment and management of toher conditions including eczema, asthma and hayfever.


Cancer
Extensive research has shown that probiotic consumption may reduce the risk of colon cancer by reducing the incidence and number of tumors.



Multi vitamin/minerals
Even with a good diet not all the essential vitamins and minerals are obtained for good health. Soils have been exhausted through intensive farming and food is not as nutrient rich as it previously was. Vitamin and mineral deficiencies are commonly associated with many illnesses and the need for a complete range is the reason that they are included in Alpha Lipid Lifeline.


Prebiotics
Prebiotics or dietary fiber serve the body in several ways. They not only encourage the growth of beneficial probiotic bacteria but also stimulate the action of the gut promoting good digestion and a healthy metabolism.

**all from New Image Group handbook**

Why you should take colostrum everyday

If you wish to have a healthy body, then there is no better, nor more natural supplement for you than colostrum.

Colostrum is the best natural source of antibodies to destroy or neutralise the pathogens that cause illness.

Colostrum contains the best natural source of growth factor to heal and protect the gut wall.

Colostrum is a natural source of other valuable immune factors.

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The gastrointestinal tract (GI tract) is considered the center of your health, the major parts of which are your intestine (gut) and bowel. It is said that 80% of ill health begins in the gut and that is where most of the pathogens that cause illness begin to attack the body.

If you want to be, and stay healthy, you must have an effective balanced gut. Some key points are:

• How healthy is the gut wall? Are there holes, cell damage; or is it inflamed? Many people suffer from gut wall damage as often referred to as leaky bowel syndrome which can cause a varying range of problems from poor energy to bloating and other conditions which are even more severe.
• Are there sufficient immunoglobulin and  other immune factors? These are the body's natural antibiotics which neutralize the pathogens that cause illness.
• Are there sufficient supportive digestive aids such as friendly bacteria and digestive enzymes.

Your health is constantly under attacks, even without you realize it. Disease-causing pathogens are found everywhere. They are countless bacteria, viruses, fungi, and moulds that cause ill health. The body is exposed to millions of them everyday, and our modern, stressful life-style often weakens our defense causing continual illness.

Immune factors fight pathogens!!!

Once a pathogen enters the gut, these antibodies surround it and bind onto its surface so as to prevent it adhering to the gut wall causing illness. Instead, it merely passes through the system ans is expelled out of the body. The more natural antibodies you have, the stronger your immune system will be.

Natural immunization

One of the most incredible facets of the immune system is that it remembers all the pathogens that it is exposed to, so that the next time a similar pathogens enters the body the immune system recalls it and quickly produces antibodies to fight it off. This is the concept behind vaccination against key pathogens enabling the body to form antibodies prior to disease exposure.

Chemical antibiotics

The medical solution to destroying pathogens is usually pharmaceutical antibiotics. Since the introduction of penicillin in 1940, antibiotics have been hailed as the answer to all our health worries, but this is NOT entirely true.

•  Antibiotics only kill certain types of bacteria. They do not work on viruses or many other forms of pathogens.
• Antibiotics generally will destroy the good bacteria in your gut as well as the bad. That is why some health professionals will suggest to drink yogurt during the antibiotics treatment.
• Bacteria are developing an immunity to antibiotics at an alarming speed. It much so much at concern that the Centre for Disease Control, NZ has stated that "antibiotics resistance is one of the leading threats facing the human race today"

That explains on why if we were often given antibiotics, at certain stage the antibiotics will no longer be working on us thus, the health professionals has no other choice but to change the antibiotics. This is dangerous in the long run because at the end.
Increasing numbers of people are looking for natural and effective ways to remain healthy and like the majority you may also need an immune boost.
So where do you find that safe, natural immune boost?
There is only 1 solution and it is......
COLOSTRUM!!!!!
~the nature's ultimate source of natural antibodies. 

Colostrum Part 4: About the New Zealand Colostrum

100% Pure New Zealand

The colostrum produced in New Zealand has earned world wide respect and recognition for its purity and quality. Those who have researched and used this unequaled health supplement have long been convinced that New Zealand dairy farmers produce the world's best. Even farmers from the US have agreed that New Zealand has some of the best farming practices seen on the planet.

The New Zealand climates allows pastures to grow readily, enabling the cows to be pasture-fed all year round. Because of their daily exposures to soil bacteria these cattle have a more developed immune system. The healthy green grass as well provides beneficial enzymes. some of which are found in the colostrum aiding in its assimilation. The intensely managed, year-round pasturelands in New Zealand result in the cows requiring little or no supplemental grains.


Quality Control

In New Zealand, the Ministry of Agriculture (MAF) Dairy and Plant Products Group twice yearly convenes to review standards relating to colostrum. Production, storage and transportation of the product must all be in accordance with the New Zealand Food Safety Authority (NZFSA) code of practice which regulates the complete process from cow to customer.

All dairy farms and milk production facilities must be certified by MAF which has strict guidelines as to how colostrum is harvested, transported, processed and stored for maximum potency and safety. All factories are also required to be compliant with International Standard (ISO).

The purity and safety are not the only reasons for colostrum to be from dairy farms where there is no use of hormones, antibiotics, harmful herbicides or pesticides and no residue of radioactive or toxic contamination.

Research has shown that to be fully effective colostrum should be prepared without freezing or excessive heat.

Colostrum Part 3: The making of colostrum and the animals' well-being

Once a cow has given birth, she produces approximately 30 litres of colostrum over the following 72 hours.
The 1st 5 litres of the colostrum is given to the calf as this is vital for its survival and health.
These first 5 litres provide sufficient colostrum to ensure that adequate nutrition is given, and that ongoing of colostrum herd quality and subsequent production of colostrum and milk for the future, is maintained.

The remaining colostrum is then collected, skimmed and flash-pasterurised at 72degrees for 15seconds.
This is long enough to kill any microbes, but not long enough to damage the delicate bioactive elements.
The product is then low heat dried maintaining the bioactivity and leaving a white powder.
This low heat drying process which was pioneered in the New Zealand has loss of bioactivity of less than 3%.
From this stage it is manufactures into capsules, tablets and powdered drinks.

In new Zealand, the cows all calve at the same time of year, so the colostrum is collected fresh and processed immediately.
In most other countries calving occurs all year round and the colostrum must be frozen prior to processing.
Colostrum processed from fresh is believed to be far more effective.

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Colostrum Part 2: Colostrum History

Colostrum History

Early in the 20th century it was noted that antibody levels in the 1st milk produced after birth (colostrum) were much higher than were found in the milk produced after 72 hours.
It was already known that these antibodies contained certain properties that enhanced protection.
In 1992, Kummer was the first to demonstrated that colostrum from non-immunised cows can prevent gastrointestinal disease in infants.
In 1998 Mc Connell and her colleagues at Otago University, New Zealand, in conjunction with The New Zealand Dairy Group demonstrated that it was possible to produce a colostrum form pasture-fed, non-immunised cows which showed greater antibody volume and activity than that of the hyperimmunised equivalent.
The New Zealand Dairy Industry pioneered the 1st commercial colostrum collection system. Hundreds of dairy farmers with more than 400 cows invested in separate stainless steel tanks and the companies developed the means by which to collect, pasteurise, dry; and store colostrum in large quantities.
New Image International pioneered the marketing if colostrum with the creation of a product from the first atch by the name of LIFELINE™.

Colostrum Part 1: What is Colostrum

It is the pre-milk fluid that all female mammals give their newborn baby in the first few days after birth.
Colostrum is a highly complex cocktail of vital immune and growth factors that a baby needs to protect itself against the diseases it will e exposed to, and assists with the development of the newborn into a strong and healthy adult.

Human babies acquire their immunity in the womb prior to birth, receiving immune factors via placenta.
Breast feeding then provides the additional protection, which explains why breast-fed babies are generally healthier than those that are bottle fed.( So bf your babies, mommies!! :) )

Cows must provide all of the immune and growth factors to their calves in the colostrum as they do not receive any while in the womb.
it is not surprising therefore that a cow's colostrum contains up to 20 times more immune factors than does human colostrum.

Because colostrum is non-species specific, it can significantly benefit all other mammals, including humans.

For centuries the colostrum taken from animals has been consumed by children and adults.
People in India have used it as a traditional remedy for thousands of years. Research over the past 2 decades has proven that bovine (cow) colostrum is one of the most effective nutritional supplements available for supporting the immune system. It is also renowned for aiding tissue repair.

A complex substance, colostrum has many components, all of which have specific purposes and actions. Together they create a new 'super food' which can be used by just about anyone.

All about Colostrum

In this section, I will put entries of everything about colostrum.
It will be divided into a few chapter as follows:

1. What is colostrum?
2. Colostrum history
3. The making of colostrum and the animal's well-being
4. About New Zealand's colostrum
5. How Colostrum works ~The most interesting part
   
6. Colostrum and Children
7. Colostrum and Sports
8. Colostrum: The natural hormone replacer