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Lactoferrin - 60 caps

Code: 8801

Natures greatest enhancer of a strong immune system
In the breast milk of nursing mothers is a remarkable substance called colostrum which programs and blueprints the babys immune system. The primary component, lactoferrin, is natures greatest enhancer of a strong immune system. Taken as a supplement, Lactoferrin can boost our own immune powers. Lactoferrin affects biochemical processes in lymphoid tissues.

A strong case can be made for lactoferrins central role in the immune system. The biological actions of lactoferrin under various experimental conditions are wide-ranging and include: inhibition of the survival or growth of many different pathogenic organisms; activation or stimulation of a variety of immune system cells; regulation of normal cell growth; and inhibition of abnormal tumor growth and spread of cancer cells in laboratory animals.

Physiological concentrations of lactoferrin are capable of killing or inhibiting the growth of a wide spectrum of infectious organisms including bacteria, viruses, parasites and fungi. One mechanism probably involved in at least some of the anti-microbial effects of lactoferrin is that, by strongly binding iron, lactoferrin deprives foreign organisms of essential iron. Interestingly, “friendly” bacteria, i.e., those that have beneficial effects in the gastrointestinal tract (e.g. Lactobacillus acidophilus, Lactobacillus bifidus and Lactobacillus G.G., may be resistant to such effects by virtue of the fact that they are less dependent on exogenous sources of iron. Other proposed mechanisms for lactoferrin’s antimicrobial actions relate to the ability of lactoferrin to interfere with the carbohydrate metabolism of invading organisms or lactoferrin’s ribonuclease activity, which may interfere with the organism’s ability to synthesize RNA essential for microbial protein synthesis. Fortunately, lactoferrin does not appear to adversely interfere with these processes in the human host’s cells.

Lactoferrin may contribute to an increased likelihood of a positive outcome when used to support the body’s recovery from disease. Lactoferrin appears to be safe and, in fact, is presently being considered for addition to infant formulas to more closely equate to breast milk. Lactoferrin’s overwhelming margin of safety, along with a rapidly accumulating body of clinical data and anecdotal accounts of its effects when taken by humans, suggests significant benefit when lactoferrin is used as a nutritional supplement in a wide range of infectious and life-threatening illnesses.

Dosage:
1 to 2 capsules per night before retiring or as directed by your healthcare professional.

Product Specifications:
Serving Size: 2 Capsules Serving Per Container: 30
Amount Per Serving
Lactoferrin	500mg	*
*Daily Value not established
Other Ingredients: Hydroxypropylmethylcellulose (vegetarian capsule). Contains: milk Contains no added sugar, starch, salt, wheat, gluten, corn, coloring, flavoring or preservatives. Keep container tightly closed in a cool, dry and dark place. Keep out of reach of children.

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Price: $33.95