What are the molecules that are in colostrum that can benefit pets?
Metabolic Factors – Colostrum contains high levels of numerous growth and cell differentiating factors such as insulin like growth factor-1 (IGF-1) and epidermal growth factor (EGF). Many studies have shown that these factors are capable of accelerating healing, balancing blood glucose levels, reducing insulin need, and increasing muscle and bone growth while metabolizing fat. Insulin-Like Growth Factor (IGF-1) has been shown to be an important pathway by which growth hormone exerts its metabolic and growth promoting effects. IGF-1 may be beneficial in combating the metabolic effects of aging. This growth factor promotes cellular mitogenesis and differentiation, enhances cellular glucose uptake, and stimulates the synthesis of proteins. Epidermal Growth Factor (EGF) promotes epithelial cell growth and differentiation Immunological and Antimicrobial Factors – Immunoglobulins, lactoferrin, and lysosymes are the best understood beneficial agents present in colostrum. These and other antim
