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62: Summer Shorts | Are Bovine Colostrum Supplements Worth It?

Colleen Sloan, PA-C, RDN Episode 62

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Colostrum supplements are gaining popularity, but are they worth it? 

Welcome to Exam Room Nutrition's Summer Shorts -  bite-sized nutrition science delivered in less 15 minutes, so you can stay sharp without sacrificing those summer barbecues. Grab your sunglasses and sunscreen, because today Colleen unpacks the science behind bovine colostrum supplements and explores:

  • The potential benefits for adults (including gut health and immune function)
  • The current research on its effectiveness
  • Safety considerations
  • Final Verdict - Is it worth the hype?

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Resources:
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7823942/

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC8255475/ 

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC8762312/

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC10376235/ 

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