Colostrum combined with zinc
Colostrum Immuno by Osavi combines two things: the first milk from cows, rich in immunoglobulins, and 15 mg of zinc per day. This way, you get an animal-based protein source and the mineral zinc in one go. Two capsules per day—that’s all you need to remember.
What exactly is bovine colostrum
Colostrum is the first, yellow milk that a cow produces for her calf shortly after giving birth. This first milk is much richer than regular milk. It is full of immunoglobulins, especially type IgG (antibodies that the body normally produces itself), as well as lactoferrin, growth factors, peptides, vitamins, and minerals. The difference with regular milk therefore lies mainly in that high concentration of immunoglobulins. The colostrum in this product is standardized to 18% immunoglobulin G. That percentage in itself says little; what matters is the actual dose you receive per day. Two capsules provide 1600 mg of colostrum, and thus approximately 288 mg of IgG per day.
The role of zinc in this supplement
Zinc contributes to the normal functioning of the immune system. Per daily dose, you receive 15 mg of zinc, or 150% of the reference intake. Zinc also contributes to the protection of cells against oxidative stress.
Colostrum and zinc in one capsule
There are no permitted health claims for colostrum; the health claims on this page apply exclusively to zinc. Zinc also plays a role in the cell division process and contributes to normal protein synthesis.
Form and use
The zinc form used is zinc gluconate. The colostrum and the zinc are together in a plant-based HPMC capsule, without unnecessary additives. A jar of 120 capsules is good for 60 days, so a good two months. For those who prefer not to weigh out powder or want to avoid the typical taste of colostrum, these capsules provide a neutral and precisely dosed solution.
In short: this is a combination of colostrum, standardized to immunoglobulin G, and zinc. Two capsules provide 1600 mg of colostrum (approximately 288 mg of IgG) and 15 mg of zinc per day.