I was once told that deer antlers are the fastest growing tissue known to man. I really believe this would probobly be true. I mean, the rack drops in February or March and are completely regrown (and usually larger if nutritional needs are met and/or supplemented)in a matter of 5-7 months, right? That does seem like an awful lot of growth doesn't it? Almost magical.


The Chinese and other eastern asians have been injesting deer antler for thousands of years with claims of helping out with the body's immune systems, increasing health & vitality (maybe a new sponsor for Mark Martin, eh? I mean Viagra is a "hard" sponsor isn't it?)

I got to thinking about it when I was preparing my annual shed hunting map with this years preferred spots.

What are some other feelings/opinions out there?

Does anyone have any written study material or reference material I could read to get to the "bone" of the matter?

Much appreciated.

Another one of the boys from Illinois.......Uncle Matt