Ancestral Supplements Grass-Fed Colostrum, 180 Caps

What it is

Ancestral Supplements Grassfed Colostrum is a dietary supplement containing 180 gelatin capsules of 500 mg each, made in the USA for Ancestral Supplements, LLC of Spring, Texas. The single ingredient is bovine colostrum sourced from pasture-raised, grass-fed cows in New Zealand. Six capsules make one serving and supply 3,000 mg of colostrum, which works out to 30 servings per bottle.

Colostrum is the first milk a cow produces in the days immediately after calving. It is a dairy ingredient rather than a botanical one, which makes it unusual among the capsules in our supplements range — most of what sits beside it on the shelf is herb, root or amino acid based. This one is a whole food, dried and encapsulated, with nothing added to it.

What's inside

There is exactly one active ingredient on this label, and no proprietary blend. That is worth stating plainly, because it makes the panel unusually easy to read.

• New Zealand Grassfed Colostrum (Bovine) — 3,000 mg per 6-capsule serving. Colostrum is the milk mammals produce before regular milk comes in. Dairy colostrum has been collected and consumed as a food in pastoral farming cultures for a long time, and it remains a conventional dairy-derived ingredient in the supplement aisle. The label notes that no Daily Value has been established for it, which is the standard notation for an ingredient without an official reference intake.
• New Zealand pasture-raising. The front label states the colostrum is pasture-raised in New Zealand and 100% grass-fed, and describes it as hormone, pesticide and GMO free. New Zealand dairy herds are grazed outdoors year-round in most regions, which is why the country turns up often as a sourcing origin on dairy-derived supplement labels.
• Gelatin (capsule) — the only other ingredient. Gelatin is an animal-derived protein and is what the capsule shell is made from. It is listed on the label under "Other Ingredients", and it is the whole of that list.

What is absent is part of the point the maker is making. The front label reads "Absolutely No Fillers (or) Flow Agents", and the side panel goes further: "Our product line is 100% additive-free… Absolutely no stearates, lubricants, binders, fillers or flow agents". Flow agents such as magnesium stearate are routine in capsule manufacturing because they stop powder sticking to the machinery, so leaving them out is a genuine formulation choice rather than a marketing line.

For neutral background on how dietary supplements are labelled and regulated generally, the NIH Office of Dietary Supplements consumer overview is a reasonable starting point, and the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database lets you compare printed panels across products.

Supplement Facts

How to use it

The label's Suggested Use reads: "6 capsules daily or as directed by a healthcare professional." That is the whole of the printed direction — the panel gives no timing instruction, no with-or-without-food note and no cycling schedule, so none is added here. At six capsules a day, one bottle covers 30 days.

Store the bottle closed, somewhere cool and dry, and away from direct sunlight. Because colostrum is a dairy powder, a humid bathroom cabinet is the wrong place for it.

Who it's for

This is a general dietary supplement for adults 18 and over who want a single-ingredient, dairy-derived capsule rather than a multi-ingredient formula. It suits someone already buying whole-food style supplements, someone who specifically wants a New Zealand grass-fed source, or someone who prefers a capsule containing nothing but the ingredient and the shell.

It is not suitable for anyone avoiding dairy, and it is not suitable for vegetarians or vegans — the contents are bovine and the capsule is gelatin. If you are shopping across our men's range and dairy is off the table for you, this is the one to skip.

Good to know

• Dairy allergen. Colostrum is a milk product. If you have a milk allergy or a dairy intolerance, this is not an appropriate product for you.
• Not vegetarian. Both the contents and the gelatin capsule shell are animal-derived.
• Six capsules is one serving. The serving is larger than most single-capsule supplements, so factor that into how quickly a bottle goes down.
• Speak to a professional first. If you take prescription medication, are pregnant or nursing, or have an existing medical condition, consult a licensed healthcare professional before starting any supplement. General guidance on supplement safety is available from NCCIH and the FDA's consumer page on dietary supplements.
• Keep out of reach of children.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many capsules are in the bottle, and how long does it last?

There are 180 capsules in the bottle, and at the label's suggested six capsules daily that is 30 days. Each capsule holds 500 mg, and the six-capsule serving totals 3,000 mg of colostrum.

Where does the colostrum come from?

The colostrum is bovine and sourced from pasture-raised, grass-fed cows in New Zealand, as printed on the front label. The same panel describes the material as hormone, pesticide and GMO free.

Is this product vegetarian or dairy-free?

No — it is neither. Colostrum is a milk product, so the supplement is dairy-derived, and the capsule shell is gelatin, which is animal-derived. Anyone avoiding dairy or animal products should choose something else.

Does it contain fillers, binders or flow agents?

No. The label states "Absolutely No Fillers (or) Flow Agents", and the side panel specifies no stearates, lubricants or binders either. The only ingredient besides the colostrum is the gelatin capsule itself.

How will this arrive in the post?

Every order ships in plain, unmarked outer packaging with no product names or imagery on the outside. Your card statement shows a generic business name rather than the store name.

Product information compiled and reviewed by the Gear Isle product team. We transcribe supplement facts directly from manufacturer packaging. Found an error? Tell us.

These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Dietary supplement for adults 18 and over. Consult a licensed healthcare professional before use, especially if you have a medical condition, heart concerns, or take prescription medication (including nitrates). Keep out of reach of children.