Colostrum has great benefits for athletes. Almost on a daily basis athletes destroy their bodies so that they can be pushed harder and do the same all over again the next day. This puts significant strain on the body’s functions and temporarily on the immune system. The body also requires more nutrients in order to repair the damage done to the body. Torn muscle tissue, connective tissues and stressed ligaments are the usual.
Blood flow to these areas usually isn’t a problem with athletes so its a matter of getting proper nutrition. Colostrum can basically be classified as a super food. Amino acids, anti-oxidants, variety of proteins, vitamins and minerals are all contained in colostrum. Another key factor is the IGF-1 and IGF-2 insulin-like growth factors that encourage growth of muscle fibers and other tissues. Read the rest of this entry »
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