Colostrums: The ImmuneBoosting Powerhouse for Newborns and Beyond

– Colostrum is the first milk produced during pregnancy and plays a role in building the baby’s immune system.
– It is high in protein, vitamins, minerals, and antibodies.
– Colostrum is made up of immunoglobulin A, lactoferrin, white blood cells, epidermal growth factor, carotenoids, and vitamin A.
– It is rich in nutrients such as magnesium, copper, and zinc.
– Colostrum is different from breast milk as it has higher protein and zinc levels, lower fat and sugar content, and is thicker and more yellow.
– There are three stages of breast milk: colostrum, transitional milk, and mature milk.
– Colostrum turns into transitional milk after approximately three or four days.
– Colostrum is produced by pregnancy hormones created by the placenta. Once the placenta separates from the uterus after birth, the hormone progesterone drops and triggers the production of breast milk.
– Colostrum is made up of antibodies, proteins, white blood cells, and growth factors.

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