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What is Transfer Factor
Many of you will have heard of colostrum which is the milk produced in the first few days after childbirth. Colostrum contains a potent array of immune factors which can be passed from mother to child, and is available in supplement form in health food stores from bovine sources. The principle immune factor in colostrum is a group of molecules called ‘Transfer Factor’. Transfer factor was first discovered in 1949 and can also be derived from egg yolk protein and human white blood cells. Transfer Factor supplements are concentrated sources of Transfer Factor in doses much higher than is achieved by taking colostrum supplements.
What effects does Transfer Factor have on people?
Transfer Factor is an immune system rebalancer which:
- Improves immune function and reduces the burden of chronic infections.
- Down regulates auto-immunity.
- Down regulates allergic response (e.g. foods, molds, dust, pollen, cats, etc.).
What medical conditions is Transfer Factor beneficial for?
- Allergic conditions (e.g. eczema, psoriasis, asthma, hives, hay fever, food allergies, etc.)
- Autism Spectrum
- Auto-immune conditions (e.g. SLE, MS, etc.)
- Cancer
- CFS/FM
- Chronic infections (HIV, viral hepatitis, etc.)
- Recurrent infections (e.g. ear infections, UTI’s, etc.)
Is Transfer Factor Safe for those with dairy allergies?
As Transfer Factor Classic is derived from bovine colostrum (dairy) this has concerned people with dairy allergies. Transfer Factor molecules are technically milk proteins, so it must say "contains milk protein", although this supplement does not contain any casein. A colleague a mine who has been using 4Life Transfer Factor for many years wrote to me "I have not come across anyone who has milk allergy that cannot take TF."
How do I order Transfer Factor?
- To order Transfer Factor Classic within Australia call 1800 454 333 to place your order. Quote enroller ID: 6189668 – Blake Graham.
- To order Transfer Factor from another country click here for details.
How much do I take?
- Adults: Start with 3/day and if you have a chronic medical condition (e.g. CFS/FM) build dose up to 6/day.
- Children: Take 3/day or as directed.
