Lactoferrin (apolactoferrin) 300 mg., 60 capsules
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Lactoferrin (apolactoferrin) 300 mg., 60 capsules |
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LE513 $30.00
A minor fraction of whey, lactoferrin appears to have a wide variety of uses in biological systems and is considered a first line immune defense in the human body. Though a natural component of cows and human mothers milk, lactoferrin is found throughout the human body. Published studies that have examined the use of lactoferrin as a supplement and its effects on immunity have been quite promising. First, lactoferrin helps to maintain a proper level of “good” bacteria in the intestinal tract, while controlling the number of “bad” bacteria, like E. coli and streptococcus. Also, lactoferrin has been found to both directly and indirectly inhibit several viruses that cause disease in humans, including HIV and herpes. Studies published in the 1980s and 1990s clearly show
specific immune-enhancing effects of the proper use of nutritional supplements,
proteins, and hormones. These substances increase host immune defense by
activating complementary systems, influencing the proper production of specific
antibodies from immune cells, and enhancing macrophages and natural killer cell
function.1-7 Probably lactoferrin’s best known role is as an iron binding protein. The mechanism appears to lie with lactoferrin’s ability to bind iron, as it is known to have an extremely high affinity for this metal. Many pathogenic bacteria need a supply of free iron to multiply. In the presence of lactoferrin, they are strongly inhibited or killed. There is little doubt that lactoferrin is a major find and a potential breakthrough as a natural nontoxic treatment in an array of human ailments. Though a handful of companies are able to produce lactoferrin at this time, there is only one company producing the apolactoferrin (iron depleted) form in large quantity. Studies suggest that the superior form to supplement with is apolactoferrin.
Bioferrin® is a registered trademark of Glanbia. Printed with permission of Life Extension www.lef.org Dosage and use: Take one capsule a day with or without meals, as a dietary supplement. Some individuals may wish to supplement with up to 3 capsules daily. Store tightly closed in a cool, dry place. References Warning: These products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. Please consult with a healthcare professional before starting any diet or exercise program. Some of these products are not recommended for individuals under the age of 18. | ||||||||||||||||
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