Colostrum - An Exceptional Superfood for Animals and Humans!

study of race horses found that those receiving added colostrum earned thousands of dollars more per race and were able to resume racing faster than those who were not supplemented. In addition it has long been known that intense activity suppresses the immune function both in humans as well as horses. Colostrum supplementation shows great promise in its apparent ability to stimulate neutrophils oxidative response following prolonged exercise. This definitely has ramifications for all horse performance disciplines.
Respiratory disease Influenza herpesviruses rhinitis viruses and bacterial infections are the most common causes of respiratory illness. Researchers found that a colostrumbased supplement was highly beneficial in reducing the duration of respiratory infections in Thoroughbred race horses and provided a nutraceutical alternative to drugs when treating the disease.
And theres more
This article would need to be far longer to cover all of colostrums potential benefits. Research has been performed in a vast variety of areas. Physical endurance wound repair bone healing vaccination response skin health neurological disorders heart disease and even cancer are positively impacted by this exceptional food. I encourage you to search online for colostrum research pertaining to your particular concern.
Source and dosing
Look for colostrum from a source that is harvested during the first few hours of lactation. In order for colostrum to be biologically active it must be processed at low temperatures. And it is critical that these cows should not have received any antibiotics or bovine growth hormone. 
For overall maintenance of health 10000 mg of colostrum per day is appropriate for a fullsized horse. For injury or illness this amount can be doubled. It is completely safe at higher dosages. 
Bottom line
Colostrum is not just baby food. It has been used by adult humans and animals for hundreds of years with remarkable results. Its impact on the horse industry is starting to show promise revealing itself as an amazing tool to help your horses maintain optimal health.