Wednesday, April 23, 2014

SuppVersity - Nutrition and Exercise Science for Everyone: Colostrum Maintains Testosterone, Cortisol and Hea...

SuppVersity - Nutrition and Exercise Science for Everyone: Colostrum Maintains Testosterone, Cortisol and Hea...: Legal gear fresh from the udder? If it works for cyclist, it must be real ;-) Some of you will probably remember the corresponding insta...



Bottom line: The scientists state it in their conclusion "the number of participants in this pilot study was small", too small for my liking, so that it is - as a standalone - simply not enough to prove anything.

The scientists are yet right that "the present data support the potential for bovine CPC supplementation to maintain testosterone concentrations and influence heart rate variability response" in a training regimen that is notorious for its negative impact on the central nervous system and the HPTA. "Support" and "potential" - not more, but not less either.

References:
  • Shing CM, Peake JM, Suzuki K, Jenkins DG, Coombes JS. A pilot study: bovine
    colostrum supplementation and hormonal and autonomic responses to competitive
    cycling. J Sports Med Phys Fitness. 2013 Oct;53(5):490-501.


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Nutrition Facts

Serving Size 1/3 Scoop
Servings Per Container 620
Amount Per Serving
Serving % DV
Colostrum Plus 960 mg -
*percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Directions

Mix 1/3 scoop twice daily with water or your drink of choice, on a empty stomach. (3 g scoop included). Triple this amount in times of environmental or physical stress. For children, cut these servings sizes in half. For athletic training and recovery purposes, it is safe to ingest up to 7 scoops (21 g) per day.

Warnings

Suitable for lactose-free diets. Contains milk. Close tightly and store in a dry place at room temperature.