Question
Can babies with colds and coughs consume colostrum to enhance their resistance?
Answer
Colostrum is believed to boost a baby’s immunity, particularly in cases where breast milk is insufficient or not being consumed. It contains growth factors and nutrients beneficial to a baby’s growth, including probiotics, DHA, lutein, and more. Not only does colostrum help strengthen immunity, but it also aids in calcium supplementation for the baby, promotes brain and intellectual development, adjusts gastrointestinal function, promotes digestion, and lutein helps in the development of the retina, preventing myopia. During a baby’s cold, consuming colostrum can help facilitate a quicker recovery due to its ability to neutralize bacteria and have antibacterial effects.