Is colostrum the new collagen? Of course not!

While they are both incredible and offer magnificent support for beautiful skin and healthy hair (plus so much more!), they are very different and offer unique benefits.

Colostrum is not a replacement for collagen, but these two vital supplements make the perfect pair. Together, they are a heavenly combo for daily nourishment that leads to whole-body health and stunning beauty.

We’ve also got a super simple recipe you can try that brings these two lovely nutritives into perfect harmony!

Why We Need Collagen 

Collagen is a structural component. It is a framework for nearly every tissue throughout the body. We need it for strong bones but also for radiant hair, sturdy nails, and healthy, resilient skin.

As we age, our body starts to make less of its own collagen, and our reserves start to diminish. The good news is that we can still provide our body with the building blocks to replenish collagen throughout the body with high-quality Collagen Peptides or a multi-type collagen supplement such as Beyond Collagen®.

While growing older is a blessing, we don’t mind preserving our attributes — especially when it’s so simple and supports long-term wellness. Taking steps to nourish the body now will generate strength and vitality in our later years. 

Benefits of collagen supplementation include:

♦ reducing the appearance of fine lines 
♦ strengthening hair strands
♦ helping to maintain skin firmness 
♦ promoting healthy hair length
♦ supporting skin elasticity
♦ reducing everyday breakage of hair
♦ benefitting skin hydration levels
♦ keeping hair looking shiny and healthy
♦ promoting an even skin tone

Why Colostrum Is So Important

Colostrum provides a whole different kind of nourishment. While collagen gives our bodies structure, colostrum brings a unique combination that nourishes multiple body systems and many aspects of health. 

Colostrum is not just an ingredient, but a complex mixture unlike anything else. It’s a substance designed by nature to provide a foundation for immune and gut health, which leads to wellness on a deep level.

Benefits of colostrum supplementation include:

♦ promotes scalp and hair health
♦ helps to reduce the visible effects of aging and UV exposure to the skin
♦ provides prebiotics and promotes healthy bacteria in the microbiome
♦ maintains the integrity of the gut wall
♦ reduces occasional digestive discomfort
♦ strengthens immune activity
♦ reduces exercise-induced inflammation
♦ supports healthy blood sugar levels
♦ promotes respiratory and sinus health

What Is Colostrum?

Colostrum is the first portion of milk that is provided by mammals when a baby is born and provides potent nutrients for the baby’s first days of life. It is meant to provide a framework for the baby’s microbiome and immune system to thrive, populating it with healthy microbes and activating immune functions that will protect the baby for years to come.

Live Conscious® Colostrum is formulated for adults and is made with 100% pure bovine colostrum. It provides vitamins, minerals, and extraordinary substances that are meant to nurture the very beginnings of life.

Nutrients found in colostrum include:

♦ protein
♦ immunoglobulins (IgG, IgA, and IgM)
♦ calcium
♦ phosphorus
♦ potassium
♦ magnesium
♦ zinc
♦ thiamin
♦ riboflavin
♦ niacin
♦ b12
♦ vitamin A
♦ vitamin D
♦ lactoferrin
♦ lactoperoxidase
♦ lysozyme
♦ prebiotic oligosaccharides



Colostrum for Radiant Beauty, Inside and Out

How does colostrum supplementation lead to glowing, youthful-looking skin? 

Colostrum provides direct nourishment through the nutritional compounds listed above, but that doesn’t paint the whole picture. The other side of the story is a mysterious pathway of communication that weaves its way through your body.

The gut-skin axis.

Our gut microbiome is intertwined with pretty much everything else in our body, and our skin is no exception. If your digestive system is in upheaval, it makes it much harder for your body to retain skin health. 

Colostrum helps keep the microbiome in balance which has a direct influence on the skin’s clarity and resilience while supporting the gut-skin axis. With prebiotics, immunoglobulin, and lactoferrin, colostrum provides unmatched benefits, including supporting, protecting, and retaining healthy microbes within the digestive system. 

Beauty really is all about what’s on the inside!

Colostrum for Luxuriant Hair

Our hair follicle health and strand strength are also reliant on the microbiome, and disruptions in the gut can lead to scalp issues and dull or brittle hair. The intersection of the gut and immune system through the gut-skin axis has been linked to metabolic functions and the assimilation of nutrients that are vital for hair health and length.

Colostrum helps to rejuvenate the microbiome, keeping your scalp and follicles healthy and nourishing hair strength, shine, and flexibility.

Easy Daily Nourishment Smoothie

This recipe couldn’t be more simple. If you don’t have time to freeze a banana ahead of time, skip that step and just use a regular banana for something you can throw together in a snap.

Ingredients

½ frozen banana

1 cup of almond, oat, or organic cow milk

1-2 tablespoons peanut butter or almond butter

1 scoop of Live Conscious® Colostrum

2 tablespoons of Live Conscious® Collagen Peptides or Beyond Collagen®

2 teaspoons Live Conscious® Beyond Brew or cocoa powder

Optional: 1-2 teaspoons coconut sugar or honey 

Optional: 1 scoop of Live Conscious® Vanilla Dream or Cosmic Cacao Protein

Instructions

Add all ingredients to a blender and blend until smooth. As we said, it’s super simple!

Final Thoughts

Remember that even if you just take Live Conscious® Colostrum to maintain that radiant glow, the benefits will spread into other areas of your body. By supporting your gut and immune system, your mental health, nervous system, and hormones will all benefit from adding colostrum to your life.

We still need the structural foundation that Collagen provides, and pairing it with Colostrum is an effective way to ensure that your body has the well-rounded support it needs. This magnificent duo is easy to incorporate into your daily routine and will set you on the path of long-lasting health and beauty.