TBR Blogs

Colostrum Provides Accelerated Healing of Damaged Muscle and Cartilage
Colostrum isn’t just an immune booster, it’s a powerful ally for muscle and joint recovery. Thanks to two key growth factors, IGF-1 and TGF-β, colostrum supports protein synthesis, accelerates healing, and helps repair cartilage. Whether you’re an athlete, recovering from injury, or simply focused on long-term wellness, colostrum offers natural, bioactive compounds to restore strength and resilience. Read more...
The Immune Power of Colostrum: Understanding Immunoglobulins
Colostrum is packed with powerful immune components, especially immunoglobulins (antibodies) that defend the body against bacteria, viruses, and toxins. These specialized proteins, particularly IgG and IgA, play a crucial role in strengthening the adaptive immune system, protecting against pathogens, and supporting long-term immune memory. In this blog, we explain how immunoglobulins in colostrum work and why they’re vital for overall health. Read more...
Can You Take Colostrum If You’re Lactose Intolerant?
Can You Take Colostrum If You’re Lactose Intolerant?
Many people with lactose intolerance wonder if they can take colostrum. The answer is yes—colostrum contains only trace amounts of lactose and is typically well tolerated, even by those sensitive... Read more...
How Colostrum Is Collected and Processed: Inside TBR Labs’ Quality Standards
How Colostrum Is Collected and Processed: Inside TBR Labs’ Quality Standards
At TBR Labs, the way colostrum is collected and processed makes all the difference in its effectiveness. From ethical first-milking collection and calf-first practices to flash pasteurization and advanced quality... Read more...
Bovine colostrum and dairy in a bowl and glass on table
Milk & Dairy Myths Exposed By Experts
Milk often gets a bad rap, but not all dairy deserves the label. Experts explain why milk isn’t harmful for everyone, the key differences between lactose intolerance and milk allergies,... Read more...
Collagen vs. Colostrum: What’s the Real Difference?
Collagen vs. Colostrum: What’s the Real Difference?
Collagen and colostrum are often compared, but they’re not the same. While collagen supports structure, bovine colostrum goes deeper by starting in the gut and promoting immune balance, recovery, and... Read more...
Grass-fed cow producing colostrum in a pasture under a clear blue sky
What Is Colostrum? (And Why It’s Not Just for Babies)
When people first hear the word colostrum, they often ask"wait, isn't that just for newborns?"Fair question — and we’re here to break it down. Colostrum, Explained Colostrum is the first... Read more...