- Are transfer factors safe?
Yes. Transfer factors are natural molecules and have been safely used in supplement form for many years. Throughout the history of transfer factors use in dietary supplements, there have been no reports of serious adverse reactions, even when clinically administered in excess or with normal doses given over many years. However you should always consult your medical professional before taking any new dietary supplements.
- Can Transfer Factor be taken during pregnancy?
There have been no adverse responses reported while taking Transfer Factor during pregnancy.
- What products can I take while pregnant or nursing?
There have been no adverse responses reported while taking 4Life Transfer Factor products during pregnancy or lactation. Based on the nature of transfer factors, we do not expect there to be any risks with taking 4Life® Transfer Factor Advanced Formula™ during pregnancy or lactation. Due to lack of information and potential allergy issues we suggest caution in using 4Life Transfer Factor Plus® Advanced Formula during these times. Products such as nutrition, multivitamins and minerals, or those that have no known systemic absorption may be fine.
- Can it be taken with any other vitamins, ginseng or any other nutritional product?
Transfer Factor and Transfer Factor Plus are compatible with any type of nutrient.
- I have heard reports of people exceeding the recommended serving size of Transfer Factor. Is this safe?
Transfer Factor has been consumed for many years with no reported side effects. Studies have shown no toxicity. The recommended maintenance amount is 2 capsules a day.
- Is it safe to take multiple capsules of Transfer Factor a day?
There is no known toxicity level associated with Transfer Factor.
- Can a person use more than the recommended serving size of Transfer Factor Plus?
Some individuals do use more for added immune support during short duration. The best and safest way to begin using Transfer Factor Plus™ is to use the recommended serving size.
- Is Transfer Factor safe for infants?
Transfer Factor molecules were designed by nature for newborns. There is no age limitation with regard to administering transfer factors to infants.
- How can infants or children who cannot swallow capsules take Transfer Factor?
Infants should never be given even small capsules to swallow. Capsules are easily opened allowing the contents to be mixed with formula or pureed foods prior to administration. TF Kids™, a chewable form of Transfer Factor™ with multivitamin, is also available for children.
- Is Transfer Factor only good for newborns?
Transfer Factor is good for everyone who needs an extra immune boost. The three groups who are most in need of immune strengthening are the young, the old, and anyone under stress. Almost all of us fall into one of these categories. We often talk of the baby-boom generation. Most of these people are at an age where already their immune systems are becoming lax. Transfer Factor is a way to boost a lagging immune system.
- Is there any type of person who shouldn’t take transfer factor?
Anyone who has been through an organ transplant of any kind should not take a product containing transfer factors because transfer factor supports a healthy, normal immune system. In the event the transplanted organ is not a direct match from the organ being replaced, the patient is generally using immunosuppressant medications so that the new organ is not rejected and so that the new organ will eventually be tolerated.
