
ColostOferrin™, provided by Douglas Laboratories®,
is a combination of bovine colostrum, vitamin C, lactoferrin, arabinogalactan,
and a proprietary blend of immune enhancing prebiotic fructooligosaccharide
(FOS) and probiotic Lactobacillus acidophilus. After giving birth, a mother’s body produces a
special immune and growth promoting substance that is secreted into her milk.
This fluid is produced for only the first 24 – 48 hours after giving birth, and
is called colostrum. This special “pre-milk” is integral in providing a wide
range of antiviral, antibacterial, immunological and growth promoting factors to
the offspring. These factors include immunoglobins, transforming growth factors,
and other compounds important to the health of the newborn. Over the past number
of years, research has shown that supplementation with bovine colostrum is able
to positively modulate immune function and serve as a natural antibiotic in
adults. Bovine colostrum can be used in place of human colostrum, as it is
accepted and transferable to all other animals, including humans. Specifically,
immunoglobins, including IgG, and other proteins such as lactoferrin contained
in colostrum are thought to play an important role in this supplement’s ability
to enhance immune function and help our bodies fight infection. Recently, bovine
colostrum has even been shown to have an important role in supporting
gastrointestinal health. Colostrum has been shown to be safe at various levels
of intake and is without reported drug interactions. Douglas Laboratories’
ColostOferrin™ provides 500 mg bovine colostrum from cattle raised without
hormone treatment and in conditions free of bovine spongiform encephalopathy. In
addition to bovine colostrum, ColostOferrin™ contains lactoferrin, vitamin C,
and arabinogalactan. These ingredients are also important for the functioning of
the immune system and for optimal health. Arabinogalactan have been shown to
have remarkable activity in potentiating the reticuloendothelial system. These
polysaccharides, also found in ginseng, have anticomplementary activity
associated with increased phagocytosis in response to infection. Lactoferrin
also improves the immune competence of cells when confronted with septic
conditions. Lactoferrin not only exhibits positive regulatory actions on
peripheral blood mononuclear cells from patients with sepsis, but also modulates
the inflammatory response to septic injury. Finally, our unique ColostOferrin™
formulation includes a proprietary blend of fructooligosaccharides and
Lactobacillus acidophilus to support gastrointestinal health and maximize the
beneficial properties of colostrum. ColostOferrin™ capsules may be a useful dietary
supplement for those who wish to nutritionally support the function of a healthy
immune system. Adults take 2 capsules daily or as directed by
physician. No adverse effects have been reported. Store in a cool, dry place, away from direct
light. Keep out of reach of children. Adamik B, Zimecki M, Wlaszczyk A, et al. Lactoferrin effects
on the in vitro immune response in critically ill patients. Arch Immunol
Ther Exp 1998;46:169-76. Baveye S, Elass E, Mazurier J, et al. Lactoferrin: a
multifunctional glycoprotein involved in the modulation of the inflammatory
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synbiotics: approaches for modulating the microbial ecology of the gut. Am J
Clin Nutr 1999;69:1052S-1057S. Debbabi H, Dubarry M, Rautureau M, et al. Bovine lactoferrin
induces both mucosal and systemic immune response in mice. J Dairy Res
1998;65:283-93. Huppertz HI, Rutkowski S, Busch DH, et al. Bovine colostrum
ameliorates diarrhea in infection with diarrheagenic Escherichia coli, shiga
toxin-producing E. Coli, and E. coli expressing intimin and hemolysin. J
Pediatr Gastroenterol Nutr 1999;29:452-6. Mero A, Miikkulainen H, Riski J, et al. Effects of bovine
colostrum supplementation on serum IGF-I, IgG, hormone, and saliva IgA
during training. J Appl Physiol 1997;83:1144-51. Mitra AK, Mahalanabis D, Ashraf H, et al. Hyperimmune cow
colostrum reduces diarrhoea due to rotavirus: a double- blind, controlled
clinical trial. Acta Paediatr 1995;84:996-1001. Okhuysen PC, Chappell CL, Crabb J, et al. Prophylactic
effect of bovine anti-Cryptosporidium hyperimmune colostrum immunoglobulin
in healthy volunteers challenged with Cryptosporidium parvum. Clin Infect
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is a health food supplement which prevents NSAID induced gut damage. Gut
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of two novel polysaccharides having immunological activities from the root
of Panax ginseng. Biol Pharm Bull 1993;16:1087-90. *These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug
Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or
prevent any disease.
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Two Capsules
Contain:
150 mg ColostOferrin™ Proprietary Blend of:
Fructooligosaccharide and Lactobacillus
acidophilus.
Colostrum (Bovine, min.32% IgG)
500 mg
Lactoferrin
75 mg
Arabinogalactan
100 mg
Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)
100 mg
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