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Colostrum Dosage Guide

Evidence:Moderate
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General Dosage

500mg-10g daily, depending on product concentration and indication

Maximum dose: 20g/day used in clinical studies; no established upper limit

Dosage Recommendations

General recommendation: 500mg-10g daily, depending on product concentration and indication

Timing: On an empty stomach or before meals for gut barrier benefits

Dosage by Condition

Gut barrier support
5-10g dailyModerate
NSAID gut protection
500mg-2g daily alongside NSAID useModerate
Exercise-induced gut permeability
10-20g daily during heavy trainingModerate

Upper limit: 20g/day used in clinical studies; no established upper limit

Timing & Absorption

On an empty stomach or before meals for gut barrier benefits

Can be taken with or without food.

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References

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  5. Meta-analysisMalik MI, Rashid MA, Raboisson D (2022). Heat treatment of colostrum at 60°C decreases colostrum immunoglobulins but increases serum immunoglobulins and serum total protein: A meta-analysis.. Journal of dairy science. DOI PubMed
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