I Started Taking Colostrum Daily - Here’s Exactly What Happened

Less bloating, calmer skin, steadier energy. (plus how I use it in my matcha)

If you spend even five minutes in the wellness world—or on TikTok—you’ve probably seen the word colostrum coming up more and more. It might sound like a trend, but it’s actually one of the most ancient, foundational substances our bodies receive. You can think of it as nature’s original wellness formula: the first nutrition mammals receive after birth.

Colostrum isn’t some fleeting supplement or the latest adaptogenic craze. It’s a whole food, and one that’s deeply rooted in our biology. And like many ancient remedies, science is only now catching up to show just how impactful it can be—especially when it’s in its purest, most bioavailable form.

But I know how overwhelming the wellness space can be. There’s always something new that everyone swears by, and it can be hard to know what’s worth your time, energy, and money. So today, I’m breaking down exactly what colostrum is, how I personally use it (and have seen real, tangible shifts from it), and why I specifically chose to integrate ARMRA Colostrum™ into my routine.

My Colostrum Journey

I started taking ARMRA Colostrum about a year and a half ago after a visit to a functional medicine doctor in L.A.—one of those quiet geniuses who casually changes your life. At the time, I was navigating a mix of persistent bloating, recurring breakouts, and a general feeling that my body was working too hard just to feel okay. I was getting run down easily, and my digestion never felt… settled.

She introduced me to ARMRA and explained that colostrum is like an internal support system for your immune barriers and microbiome, with hundreds of naturally occurring bioactive nutrients like peptides, antibodies, prebiotics, and growth factors. I started with two scoops daily and within two months, I started noticing some real changes:

• My digestion felt way more regular, like my system finally had the support it needed to process food without the post-meal bloating.

• My skin looked more balanced—I wasn’t chasing down blemishes every week, and I had that calm, subtle glow I usually only get after a facial.

• I felt more resilient. That’s the best way I can put it.

If you're wondering about the dairy conversation: I was too. I’ve always had a sensitive relationship with dairy, but ARMRA removes casein, the most common allergen in dairy, and I didn’t experience any of the typical issues I’ve had with other milk-based products.

I now dry scoop it most days (more on that in a sec), and it's become one of those little rituals I actually look forward to. It’s simple, it's effective, and it makes me feel like I’m giving my body the backup it needs.

Steph’s Daily Ritual

One of my favorite ways to use ARMRA (when I’m not dry scooping like a chaotic wellness goblin) is in my morning matcha. The froth? Next level.

Steph’s ARMRA Matcha:

* 1 tsp ceremonial-grade matcha

* 2 scoops unflavored ARMRA Colostrum™

* ½ cup cashew milk

* ¼ tsp Ceylon cinnamon

* ½ cup warm (not hot!) water

Blend in a milk frother, pour over ice, and enjoy.

Pro tip: Don’t add ARMRA to anything hot—it can affect the potency of the bioactives

So… What Is Colostrum?

Colostrum is a nutrient-dense, dairy-based whole food that mammals naturally produce as the first form of nourishment post-birth. It’s packed with 400+ bioactive nutrients — including peptides, antibodies, prebiotics, and antioxidants—that help support your body at the cellular level.

Think of it as your body’s first defense system, offering support for your immune health, gut microbiome, and even your skin and hair from the inside out.

What Are the Benefits?

Here's what I personally noticed:

Less bloating and digestive discomfort (especially after meals that would normally leave me feeling puffy and sluggish)

More consistent, clear skin (I used struggle with blemishes, but things feel so much calmer now)

Baby hairs! I’ve noticed new growth along my hairline which has been a pleasant surprise

Steadier energy throughout the day—no more 3pm slump that sends me running for caffeine

Everyone’s experience is different, but the common thread is that colostrum works at the root level to support your body’s natural systems.

Myths About Colostrum (Let’s Clear It Up)

Myth: “It’s just for babies” → No. While it is the first nourishment we receive at birth, bovine colostrum is bioavailable for adults and delivers those same foundational benefits.

Myth: “It’s the same as whey protein” → Not at all. ARMRA Colostrum is a whole food with over 400 bioactives—not a protein supplement.

Myth: “It’s just another trend” → Colostrum has been studied for decades. What’s new is the technology that allows us to access it in a clean, potent, human-optimized way.

Why I Chose ARMRA

There are a few key reasons I trust ARMRA with my colostrum ritual:

Cold-Chain BioPotent™ Technology: This preserves all 400+ bioactive nutrients in their most potent, active form. Most brands heat-treat colostrum, which can degrade its benefits.

Calf-first sourcing: ARMRA only uses surplus colostrum after the calves have been fully fed. It’s grass-fed, non-GMO, and certified glyphosate-free.

Optimized for humans: They remove what we don’t need (casein, fat), and keep what our bodies can actually use.

Backed by science: ARMRA is physician-founded and delivers noticeable health benefits validated by dual-arm, clinical research.

My Take

Colostrum isn’t new, but the way we’re accessing it now is. And I really do believe this is one of those simple, foundational practices that makes a long-term difference.

It’s not about chasing perfection—it’s about building a strong, resilient body from the inside out. And for me, ARMRA Colostrum has been a steady, powerful part of that.

If you want to try it yourself, and use my code STEPHR at checkout for 15% off your first order.

With love,

Steph

This post is in partnership with ARMRA Colostrum, but as always, everything I share is rooted in personal experience and honest, nerdy deep dives. #ARMRAad