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Sourcing and Safety of Codeage Grass-Fed Beef Organ Supplements

Discover how Codeage sources its beef organs, ensures safety, and addresses COVID-19 concerns—backed by science and transparency.

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Codeage’s Grass-Fed Beef Organs supplement has gained attention for its nutrient-rich profile and ancestral nutrition approach. This informative article addresses common questions about the product’s sourcing and safety. We will explore where the beef organs come from, which organs are included, how they are processed, the welfare standards for the cattle, and safety assurances (including concerns about diseases like COVID-19). By the end, Codeage customers should feel confident about the quality and safety of these supplements, backed by credible information and references.

Grass-Fed, Pasture-Raised Cattle from Argentina

One of the standout features of Codeage’s beef organ supplement is its source: exclusively grass-fed, pasture-raised cattle from Argentina. Argentina is renowned for its ranching tradition – cattle graze freely on wide open pampas grasslands, which means they live in natural conditions. This pastoral lifestyle contributes to both the quality of the meat and the well-being of the animals. In fact, cattle raised on open fields in Argentina experience low stress and enjoy optimal welfare by roaming freely in fresh air (Natural High: Argentina’s Grass Fed Beef | Compassion in World Farming). The cattle’s diet is grass-only (grass-fed and grass-finished) rather than grain-finished, aligning with natural feeding practices. This results in leaner, nutrient-rich organ meats and is done without the use of added hormones or unnecessary antibiotics (Natural/Sustainable – Argentine Beef). By sourcing organs from such environments, Codeage ensures a high-quality raw material that is free of artificial additives and raised with high welfare standards.

It’s worth noting that “grass-fed” and “pasture-raised” indicate the animals spend their lives grazing on grass in pastures, as opposed to confined feedlots. This not only supports animal health and welfare, but also often yields meat with a favorable nutrient profile (for example, a balanced omega-3 to omega-6 fat ratio) (Natural/Sustainable – Argentine Beef). The Argentinian origin is a key quality point – the product is explicitly described as made from grass-fed, grass-finished, pasture-raised Argentinian beef ( Codeage Grass-Fed Beef Organs - Bovine Glandulars Supplement -- 180 Capsules - Vitacost ). Customers can take confidence in knowing the organs in this supplement come from cattle raised in a country known for excellent beef production standards and natural ranching methods.

What Organs Are Included in the Supplement?

Codeage’s beef organ supplement is a multi-organ formula that provides a range of nutrients from different bovine organs. The product includes five specific organs from cattle:

  • Liver – grass-fed bovine liver

  • Heart – grass-fed bovine heart

  • Kidney – grass-fed bovine kidney

  • Pancreas – grass-fed bovine pancreas

  • Spleen – grass-fed bovine spleen

Each of these is provided in a desiccated (dried) form and encapsulated. The supplement delivers a total of 3,000 mg of organ meats per serving (six capsules), with 600 mg of each organ meat in a serving ( Codeage Grass-Fed Beef Organs - Bovine Glandulars Supplement -- 180 Capsules - Vitacost ). This all-in-one approach means you get a broad spectrum of nutrients that each organ offers, in convenient capsule form.

Why these organs? These particular organs are among the most nutrient-dense parts of the animal. For example, liver is rich in vitamin A and B vitamins, iron, and copper; heart provides CoQ10 and selenium; kidney is a good source of B12 and selenium; pancreas and spleen offer enzymes and unique peptides. Organ meats in general are often higher in vitamins and minerals than regular muscle meat (Benefits and Risks of Organ Meat). As Cleveland Clinic experts note, organ meat is packed with nutrients – rich in B vitamins like B6 and B12, iron, and other essential minerals (Benefits and Risks of Organ Meat). By including multiple organs, the supplement offers a wide array of naturally occurring vitamins (A, B-complex, etc.), minerals (iron, zinc, selenium, phosphorus, etc.), and proteins or peptides that correspond to each organ ( Codeage Grass Fed Beef Organs Freeze Dried Desiccated Supplement ). This reflects the traditional “nose-to-tail” nutritional philosophy of consuming diverse organ meats for comprehensive nourishment.

Pure, Freeze-Dried and Non-Defatted Organ Meats (No Fillers)

A critical point of clarification is that Codeage’s beef organ capsules contain only the organ meats listed, with no other additives or fillers. The Supplement Facts panel confirms that the ingredients are simply the five organ tissues (in bovine form), and nothing else except the capsule itself ( Codeage Grass Fed Beef Organs Freeze Dried Desiccated Supplement ). This means when you take this supplement, you are essentially consuming powdered, concentrated organ meat and not a blend diluted with any synthetic vitamins or miscellaneous fillers. The organs are also noted as “BSE-free” on the label ( Codeage Grass Fed Beef Organs Freeze Dried Desiccated Supplement ), indicating they come from herds free of bovine spongiform encephalopathy (mad cow disease) – an extra safety assurance regarding sourcing.

( Codeage Grass Fed Beef Organs Freeze Dried Desiccated Supplement ) Supplement Facts label for Codeage Grass-Fed Beef Organs, showing that the only ingredients are the five specified organs (each listed as grass-fed and BSE-free) and the vegetable capsule. As shown on the label, each serving provides exclusively liver, heart, kidney, pancreas, and spleen, with no defatting of the tissues. Non-defatted means the natural fat content of the organs is left intact. This is important because some nutrients in organs (like vitamin A or D) are fat-soluble, and leaving the fat ensures those vitamins remain in their natural proportions. In other words, the organs are delivered in a form as close as possible to their whole-food state.

The organs are freeze-dried and desiccated, rather than high-heat dried or cooked. Freeze-drying is a gentle dehydration process that involves freezing the organs and then removing moisture under low pressure. This technique helps preserve heat-sensitive vitamins and biological compounds that can be degraded with high-temperature processing. By freeze-drying and desiccating the organs, Codeage locks in the nutritional profile of the fresh organ meat in a stable, powdered form ( Codeage Grass Fed Beef Organs Freeze Dried Desiccated Supplement ). Essentially, they are processing the organs in a way that “reflects their natural state” ( Codeage Grass Fed Beef Organs Freeze Dried Desiccated Supplement ) – you’re getting the real organ tissue (minus water), not an extract or a heavily processed derivative. This careful processing is done to retain the maximum nutritional value and to avoid the need for any preservatives (the drying itself preserves the product).

Because there are no fillers or binders (the product is noted to be free of any fillers, binders, or flow agents ( Codeage Grass-Fed Beef Organs - Bovine Glandulars Supplement -- 180 Capsules - Vitacost )), the capsules may provide a straightforward way to benefit from organ meat nutrients without having to cook or taste the organs directly. Everything inside the capsule is simply dried organ material as listed on the label, encapsulated in a vegetable cellulose capsule.

Animal Welfare Standards and Health Considerations

Given the source of the organs, customers often wonder about the conditions in which the animals were raised, including any medical interventions they might have received. Codeage emphasizes high-quality sourcing, which inherently suggests attention to animal welfare. As discussed, the cattle live in pasture conditions in Argentina, which implies a level of welfare far above industrial feedlot operations. Cows roaming on pasture are generally healthier and under less stress (Natural High: Argentina’s Grass Fed Beef | Compassion in World Farming), requiring fewer interventions like antibiotics. Additionally, the product is labeled hormone-free ( Codeage Grass Fed Beef Organs Freeze Dried Desiccated Supplement ), meaning the cattle were not treated with growth hormones – a practice consistent with Argentine regulations and natural raising methods.

However, some specific details, such as vaccination history of the herd, cannot be confirmed by Codeage. This includes questions like whether the cattle received any vaccinations for common bovine diseases, or topical concerns such as COVID-19 vaccination for livestock. To date, there is no indication that cattle are being widely vaccinated against SARS-CoV-2 (the virus that causes COVID-19), as this virus is primarily an issue for humans and certain other mammals, not a routine bovine vaccination. Codeage has not provided specific information on any vaccines the Argentine cattle might have received, so we cannot state definitively one way or the other on that point.

What we can affirm is that the cattle are sourced from a region known for raising animals naturally and humanely. The focus on grass-fed, free-range husbandry means the animals’ diet and environment support their health without intensive pharmaceutical inputs. High welfare standards in this context translate to cattle that live low-stress lives on pasture, which can also reduce incidence of illness in the herd. While we don’t have a detailed veterinary record of the animals, customers can be reassured that the sourcing prioritizes natural rearing practices and the organs used come from healthy cattle. (Each batch of organs would undergo inspection and approval processes as required for edible beef exports.)

If the question of vaccines (like a COVID-19 vaccine) arises from a concern about ingesting any residues or altered proteins: it’s important to note that any such hypothetical scenario would be extremely unlikely to pose a risk after the processing of these supplements. Nonetheless, since no direct data is available, Codeage appropriately refrains from making claims about the animals’ vaccination status.

Extremely Low Risk of COVID-19 (SARS-CoV-2) Transmission

During the pandemic, some customers have expressed concern about viruses like SARS-CoV-2 in animal products. The good news is that the risk of contracting COVID-19 from livestock or their products is essentially negligible based on current scientific understanding. COVID-19 is primarily a person-to-person respiratory virus, and reputable health agencies have found no evidence of it being transmitted via food or dietary supplements.

According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), animals do not play a significant role in spreading SARS-CoV-2 to people (One Health Toolkit for Health Officials Managing Animals with SARS-CoV-2 ). While a small number of animals (mostly pets or zoo animals in close contact with infected humans) have been reported to get infected, cases of animals transmitting the virus back to humans are exceedingly rare. In the context of livestock like cattle, experimental studies have shown cattle have low susceptibility to SARS-CoV-2, and there’s no ongoing transmission in herds (Antibodies against SARS-CoV-2 Suggestive of Single Events of Spillover to Cattle, Germany - Volume 28, Number 9—September 2022 - Emerging Infectious Diseases journal - CDC) (Antibodies against SARS-CoV-2 Suggestive of Single Events of Spillover to Cattle, Germany - Volume 28, Number 9—September 2022 - Emerging Infectious Diseases journal - CDC).

Crucially for consumers, the CDC also states there is no evidence that the virus spreads to people through food. In fact, CDC food safety guidelines note that “there is no evidence that food can spread the virus that causes COVID-19” (Food and Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) | CDC). This applies to all food, including meat or organ meats. Similarly, the FDA and USDA have maintained that neither food nor food packaging is known to transmit the virus. Even during the height of the pandemic, health authorities reassured the public that eating meat from an infected animal was not a known route of infection (Can you catch COVID-19 from food? - National Academies). The National Academies of Sciences summarized it well: while some animals can catch the coronavirus, “there is no evidence that eating meat from an infected animal can give you COVID-19.”

Several factors further minimize any theoretical risk: the organs used in Codeage’s supplement undergo freeze-drying and processing, which would inactivate viruses and bacteria. The product also goes through stringent quality control and testing (discussed below), which would catch any contamination issues. In sum, from farm to capsule, there are multiple barriers that make any transmission of SARS-CoV-2 (or similar pathogens) via these supplements extremely unlikely. Customers can feel reassured on this point, especially with the backing of CDC’s guidance that animals and food are not significant vectors for COVID-19 (One Health Toolkit for Health Officials Managing Animals with SARS-CoV-2 ) (Food and Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) | CDC).

Quality Manufacturing in a cGMP, FDA-Registered Facility

Sourcing high-quality organs is only part of the safety story – how the supplements are manufactured and tested is equally important. Codeage takes quality control seriously by producing its supplements in the United States under strict manufacturing standards. All Codeage products, including the Grass-Fed Beef Organs capsules, are made in an FDA-registered facility that is cGMP-certified (Current Good Manufacturing Practice) (Are any of your ingredients sourced from China? | Codeage Help Center).

What does this mean? cGMP certification indicates that the facility follows comprehensive regulations enforced by the FDA to ensure product quality and safety at every step (Codeage’s Commitment to Quality | Codeage Help Center). This covers everything from maintaining sanitary conditions and controlled processing, to correct ingredient sourcing and rigorous quality checks. An FDA-registered, cGMP-compliant facility is regularly audited and operates under standard operating procedures that minimize any risk of contamination or inconsistency. In practice, this assures that each batch of supplements is produced in a clean environment, with documented procedures, and that the capsules contain exactly what the label claims.

Additionally, Codeage supplements undergo third-party laboratory testing before release (Are any of your ingredients sourced from China? | Codeage Help Center). Third-party testing means an independent lab analyzes the product to verify purity and potency. For an organ meat supplement, such testing would likely check for microbiological safety (no harmful bacteria), heavy metals, and perhaps verify the protein content from the organs. The fact that Codeage implements this extra layer of testing demonstrates a commitment to product integrity – it’s not just internally verified, but also confirmed by outside experts. Many reputable supplement companies use third-party labs to give consumers added peace of mind regarding safety and label accuracy.

It’s also noted that the product is non-GMO, gluten-free, soy-free, and dairy-free ( Codeage Grass Fed Beef Organs Freeze Dried Desiccated Supplement ). These qualities make it suitable for people with common dietary sensitivities and indicate that no genetically modified ingredients or common allergens are involved in the manufacturing process (aside from the beef organs themselves, of course). Even the capsule is a vegetable cellulose capsule, not gelatin, which keeps it free of potential animal-derived gelatin allergens and aligns with a clean-label approach ( Codeage Grass Fed Beef Organs Freeze Dried Desiccated Supplement ).

In summary, once the grass-fed organs are sourced from Argentina, they are shipped to the USA for processing and encapsulation under highly controlled conditions. The facility is FDA-registered and follows cGMP guidelines, and each batch is third-party tested to ensure it meets quality and safety standards (Are any of your ingredients sourced from China? | Codeage Help Center). This end-to-end process – from ethical sourcing to high-tech manufacturing – is designed to deliver a safe final product to the customer.

Conclusion

Codeage’s Grass-Fed Beef Organs supplement is distinguished by its transparent sourcing and rigorous safety measures. The organs are obtained from pasture-raised, grass-fed Argentinian cattle known for high-quality and humane husbandry. The supplement contains a curated selection of nutrient-dense organs (liver, heart, kidney, pancreas, spleen) and nothing else – providing whole-food benefits in capsule form. Careful freeze-drying and non-defatted processing preserve the organs’ natural nutrients, and the absence of fillers underscores the purity of the product.

From a safety perspective, consumers can be confident in both the biological safety (the animals are healthy and risk of any disease transmission is extremely low) and the manufacturing safety (made in a cGMP, FDA-regulated facility with third-party testing). Even concerns about viruses like COVID-19 can be put to rest, as credible sources like the CDC affirm no evidence of food-based transmission and no significant risk from animal sources (One Health Toolkit for Health Officials Managing Animals with SARS-CoV-2 ) (Food and Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) | CDC). The animals are raised with care, though specific vaccination details aren’t provided, it’s clear that the overall practices favor natural herd health.

All these factors – quality sourcing, ethical animal treatment, nutrient preservation, and strict quality control – combine to make Codeage’s beef organ supplements a reliable and safe addition to one’s wellness routine. As with any supplement, customers with specific health conditions or concerns should feel free to consult with a healthcare provider. However, the information presented here, along with the scientific and regulatory references, should give the average customer reassurance that Codeage has taken all necessary steps to deliver a product that is both effective and safe. In choosing the Codeage Grass-Fed Beef Organs supplement, you are accessing the benefits of ancestral superfoods delivered with modern quality standards – truly the best of both worlds for your health.

Sources:

  1. Codeage Help Center – Quality & Manufacturing (cGMP, FDA registration, third-party testing) (Are any of your ingredients sourced from China? | Codeage Help Center)

  2. Compassion in World Farming – Report on Argentinian Grass-Fed Cattle Welfare (Natural High: Argentina’s Grass Fed Beef | Compassion in World Farming)

  3. Argentine Beef Trade Association – Naturally Raised Beef and Practices (Natural/Sustainable – Argentine Beef) (Natural/Sustainable – Argentine Beef)

  4. Cleveland Clinic, Health Essentials – Nutritional Benefits of Organ Meats (Benefits and Risks of Organ Meat) (Benefits and Risks of Organ Meat)

  5. CDC – COVID-19 and Animals: “No evidence that animals play a significant role in spreading the virus to people” (One Health Toolkit for Health Officials Managing Animals with SARS-CoV-2 ); “No evidence that food spreads COVID-19” (Food and Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) | CDC).

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