Bovine Colostrum and the Super Athlete

Professional athletes have always sought ways to enhance their performance, achieve better results, and gain an advantage over their competitors. The Olympian, or “super athlete” takes this to new heights, and in a world where performance is measured in milliseconds, any natural substance that enhances endurance and reduces recovery time determines who wins the gold and who wins the silver. Many of today’s super athletes are turning to bovine colostrum as a means to that coveted edge. The growth factors in bovine colostrum help burn fat, build lean muscle, build strength, shorten recovery time, and prevent illness after vigorous exercise.

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