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Senin, 10 November 2014
Golden Seal Herbs for Dogs and Cats
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| Safe to use as a daily dietary supplement, alternative supplement for most dogs and cats. |
In this article...
1. Golden Seal
2. Health Benefits
3. Cautions
4. Side Effects
5. Drug Interactions
6. General Guidelines for Daily Herbal Intake
2. Health Benefits
3. Cautions
4. Side Effects
5. Drug Interactions
6. General Guidelines for Daily Herbal Intake
1.0 Golden Seal
Golden seal is an herbal plant that contains the chemical berberine;
- Berberine is:
- Antibacterial;
- Antifungal.
Golden Seal can be used in various forms:
- Dry powder;
- Fresh sliced or finely minced root;
- Tea - infusion;
- Tincture - use alcohol-free only;
- Supplement - capsule, pill.
2.0 Health Benefits – partial list…
- Ingested Treatments
- Cancer;
- Digestive disorders including;
- Chronic Fatigue;
- Colitis;
- Constipation;
- Diarrhea;
- Gas;
- Ulcers.
- Heart health:
- Lowers blood pressure and improves irregular heartbeats;
- Lowers blood sugar;
- Lowers bad cholesterol (LDL)
- Internal bleeding;
- Liver disorders;
- Upper respiratory infections and reduction of symptoms from environmental allergies;
- Urinary Tract Infections (UTIs)
- Topical Treatments
- Acne;
- Conjunctivitis (pink eye)
- Skin Rashes;
- Eye Infections;
- Eczema;
- Gingivitis;
- Itching;
- Infected wounds;
- Ringworm;
- Ulcers.
3.0 Cautions…
- If your dog or cat is pregnant or lactating don’t use golden seal as an ingested treatment/supplement;
- Don’t use golden seal as an ingested treatment/supplement for new-born puppies or kittens.
4.0 Side Effects…
- If ingested by newborn puppies and kittens, golden seal may cause brain damage.
5.0 Drug Interactions…
- Cyclosporine;
- Medications changed by the liver;
- Medications that are moved by pumps into cells.
6.0 General Guideline...
Daily Herbal Intake Based on Dog’s or Cat’s Weight
Weight | Dry Powders | Teas | Capsules/Tablets | Tinctures |
1-10 lbs | a small pinch up to 1/8 tsp | less than 1/4 cup, 1-3 times/day | 1/2 capsule, 1-3 times/day | 1-3 drops, 2-3 times/day |
10-20 lbs | 1 larger pinch - 1/8 to ¼ tsp | 1/4 cup, 1-3 times/day | 1/2-1 capsule/tablet, 1-3 times/day | 3-5 drops, 2-3 times/day |
20-50 lbs | 2 pinches - 1 teaspoon | 1/4-1/2 cup, 1-3 times/day | 1-2 capsules/tablets, 2-3 times/day | 5-10 drops, 2-3 times/day |
50-100 lbs 10- | 2 pinches - 2 teaspoons | 1/2-1 cup, 1-3 times/day | 1-2 capsules/tablets, 3-4 times/day | 20 drops, 2-3 times/day |
Over 100 lbs, | up to 1 tablespoon | up to 1 cup 3 times/day | adult human dose | adult human dose |
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Sabtu, 11 Oktober 2014
Grapefruit Seed Extract Alternative Medicine for Dogs and Cats
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| Safe to use as a dietary supplement, alternative medicine for most dogs and cats. |
In this article...
1. Grapefruit Seed Extract
2. Health Benefits
2. Health Benefits
3. Cautions
4. Side Effects
5. Drug Interactions
6. Administration and Dosage
6. Administration and Dosage
1.0 Grapefruit Seed Extract (GSE)
Grapefruit is a citrus fruit. Extract from the seeds of the grapefruit are valued for their medicinal qualities. The benefits of Grapefruit Seed Extract (GSE) were first noted in 1972 by physicist Dr. Jacob Harich who observed its broad spectrum use as an antibacterial and antiviral remedy. You can read more about Dr. Jacob Harich and the history of GSE here.
University of Georgia researchers found that GSE is an effective antiviral, anti-fungal and anti-parasitic agent for fighting many viral and bacterial infections, including E. coli.
Grapefruit seeds contain active ingredients that are:
- Anti-bacterial;
- Anti-fungal;
- Anti-inflammatory;
- Anti-microbial;
- Anti-parasitic and more.
2.0 Health Benefits - a partial list..
Ingested Uses
- Atherosclerosis (hardening of the arteries);
- Bacteria;
- GSE has been proven to fight 800 bacterial and viral strains;
- Example uses;
- Diarrhea;
- Dental care - preventing and treating gingivitis;
- Ear infections;
- Nasal rinse;
- Yeast infections - candida;
- etc.
- Cancer;
- Digestive issues due to eczema;
- Fungi;
- Fungal infections;
- GSE has been proven to fight 100 strains of fungi;
- Immune system support;
- GSE contains:
- Hesperidin (a bioflavonoid), well known for its potent immune system benefits;
- Vitamin C - citric acid;
- Plant sterols, and;
- Multiple additional antioxidants that aid the immune system’s ability to battle infections.
- Parasites;
- A multitude of single and multi-celled parasites.
- Skin diseases;
- Speed healing of wounds;
- Viruses
- for example;
- Upper respiratory tract infections;
- Colds;
- Flu (influenza).
Topical Uses
- Treatment and remedy of:
- Bacterial infections - ie. dental treatment of the teeth and gums, such as gingivitis.
- External injuries (wounds);
- Fungal infections;
- Skin diseases;
- Psoriasis
3.0 Cautions...
- None
4.0 Side Effects...
- None
5.0 Drug Interactions...
- Artemether;
- Buspirone;
- Carbamazepine;
- Carvedilol;
- Cispride;
- Clomipramine;
- Cyclosporine;
- Dextromethorphan;
- Erythromycin;
- Estrogen medications;
- Etoposide;
- Fexofenadine;
- Itraconazole;
- Medications changed and/or broken down by the liver;
- Medications for high blood pressure (calcium channel blockers);
- Saquinavir;
- Statins (medications for lowering cholesterol);
- Sildenafil;
- Methylprednisolone;
- Praziquantel;
- Quinidine;
- Scoplamine;
- Sedative medications (Benzodiazepines);
- Terfenadine;
- Theophylline;
- Warfarin
6.0 Administration and Dosage…
GSE Can be Administered Two Ways
- Pulverized seeds can be used as an ingested treatment sprinkled on top of food;
- Pure grapefruit seed extract drops can be mixed into the food.
Dosage:
- Liquid GSE:
- Minimum dosage:
- 0.5 drops per every kg (per every 2.2 lbs) of body weight.
- Maximum dosage:
- 10 to 15 drops per every 10 lbs of body weight 3 times a day;
- Pulverized GSE:
- 8 mg per every kg (per every 2.2 lbs) of body weight.
Holistic Support
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