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The Healing Benefits of Turmeric Golden Paste

4/23/2019

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The Healing Benefits of Turmeric Golden Paste
You may have heard of the benefits of the spice Turmeric. Curcumin (the active ingredient in turmeric) supplements are getting more and the more common by the day, however, the most effective way to receive the full benefits of this spice is to cook it on your stovetop! Curcumin’s bioavailability increases at cooking temperatures. Additionally, researchers have found that cooking curcumin in coconut or olive oil leads to the formation of a compound named ‘deketene curcumin’ which has better anti-cancer activity than curcumin itself. Combining black pepper with turmeric powder increases antioxidant activity in cooking.

What are some of the benefits of Turmeric Golden Paste?
  • It’s a powerful antioxidant, and is believed to have cancer fighting properties (see below)
  • It’s a natural and effective anti-inflammatory (Great for Arthritic Conditions!)
  • It provides pain relief
  • It has antibacterial, antiviral and antifungal benefits
  • It protects the liver from toxins
  • It has health benefits for the heart
  • It helps prevent cataracts
  • It can reduce blood clots
  • It promotes digestive health
  • It's a natural detox

The Healing Properties of Turmeric for Dogs with Cancer*

Turmeric has healing properties that have been known to block the cancer cells in dogs that are suffering head or neck cancer. In some cases, it has also been known to shrink tumors.
Turmeric Paste Benefits for Dogs with Cancer include:
  • Destroys cancer cells and leaves healthy cells
  • Can prevent the spread of cancer to other parts of the body
  • Reduces cancer-causing inflammation
  • Can help alleviate pain
  • It can increase the sensitivity of cancer cells and how they respond to treatment

For more great benefits and the scientific research behind turmeric and curcumin, click here.

GOLDEN PASTE RECIPE:
  1. 1/2 C Organic Turmeric Powder (organic is higher in curcumin which is the active ingredient)
  2. 1 – 1 1/2 C filtered water
  3. Mix together in a pan over medium/low heat for 7-10 minutes or until the mixture thickens (if too thick or watery you can adjust the water or turmeric levels to smooth it out).
  4. Turn off heat and add: 2-3 teaspoons of freshly ground organic black pepper (NEVER table pepper) and 1/3 cup organic, cold-pressed coconut oil. You may also add 1 TBSP of Ceylon cinnamon, which will help keep your dog odor free, as the Tumeric can produce a "Cat Pee" smell in some dogs. (NEVER use regular cinnamon, which can be poisonous to dogs.)
  5. Mix everything together or blend with a whisk and store in an airtight glass container in the fridge for up to two weeks.


Note: You may omit pepper if you cannot tolerate it. The absorption of turmeric will still be improved by cooking it and adding oil, but it will be less effective without the pepper.

DOSAGE:
Start off slow...1/4 tsp. 2-3 times a day with food and water. This may be the actual dose for small dogs and puppies, but for larger dogs increase the amount by 1/4 tsp until you see results. You may give Golden Paste up to 3-4
times a day once tolerated if necessary.

When adding turmeric to your dog's diet for the first time, if there are any signs of loose stools or upset stomach then you may wish to reduce your serving to 1/8 tsp or so, and remain at a lower dose for a longer period. It will eventually pass and the gut microbiome will soon benefit.
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May is Pet Cancer Awareness Month

4/19/2019

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​It's the one word you fear hearing the most from your veterinarian. CANCER. The word alone immediately strikes fear in the heart of a pet parent. Sadly, the odds are you will hear this word someday, especially if you have more than one dog in your lifetime. One in four dogs get cancer; half of the dogs over 10 years of age die from or with it. In the US, cancer is the primary cause of death in dogs over two years of age. The disease is rampant, much more so than in the past when our pets were much healthier. There are approximately 65 million dogs in the United States. Of these, roughly 6 million new cancer diagnoses are made in dogs each year*. 

It may be hard for us to notice something is wrong with our dog at first...unless a mass is bulging out noticeably from the skin, most cancer grows invisibly inside the body. Most of the time, routine blood tests are normal, and the disease may be advanced by the time of diagnosis. That’s why it’s called the silent killer. Consult your veterinarian if you observe any of the following signs in your pet:
  • Abdominal swelling
  • Bleeding from the mouth, nose or other body openings
  • Difficulty breathing
  • Difficulty eating
  • Lumps, bumps or discolored skin
  • Non-healing Wounds
  • Persistent diarrhea or vomiting
  • Sudden changes in weight
  • Unexplained swelling, heat, pain or lameness
  • Visible mass/tumor


Many of the signs seen with cancer are also seen with non-cancer conditions, however, they still need prompt attention by a veterinarian to determine the cause. Cancer is frequently treatable and early diagnosis will aid your veterinarian in delivering the best care possible.

Why are dogs getting cancer at an increasing rate?

The potential for cancer begins when carcinogens damage and alter the DNA in a cell. The damaged DNA sits and waits until the conditions that promote the creation of a cancerous cell are just right. Exposure to toxins and viruses, and in some cases genetic predisposition, can damage the gene that protects the body from cancerous cells. With each passing year, the number and concentration of carcinogens our dogs are exposed to increases. Sadly, these days, exposure to toxins and carcinogens is unavoidable. 

While it’s impossible to avoid every carcinogen, we can certainly work to decrease our dogs’ exposure to these toxins. By following the steps below, you may be able to help reduce the risk of cancer in your dog:
  • Reduce the use of harmful toxins, including chemical pesticides like flea and tick preventives (including spot-on drops, collars, internal medications, dips, powders), lawn chemicals, second- hand tobacco smoke, flame retardants and household cleaners (detergents, soaps, cleansers, dryer sheets, and room deodorizers). There are many natural alternatives available for most of the chemicals we currently use on a daily basis.
 
  • Do not spay or neuter your dog too young. Consider waiting until 12 to 24 months of age. Numerous studies show a clear link between spaying/neutering and increased cancer rates in dogs, especially large breeds.**
 
  • Eliminate or minimize vaccinations as much as possible. Consider vaccine titer testing instead. Titer’s test your dog’s blood for antibodies (immune system proteins involved in managing infectious organisms that attempt to enter the body), that can determine if the dog already has an adequate immune response from previous vaccinations. Titer tests are readily available if you want to make sure your pup has immunity. 
 
  • Reduce calories, and keep dogs lean and fit. Caloric restriction has been shown to help prevent tumor development and progression. Fewer calories cause the cells of the body to block tumor growth. 
 
  • Feed a natural, anti-inflammatory diet. Focus on whole food instead of processed foods. A healthy diet is the first step toward cancer prevention. Simply avoiding toxins is not enough, as it’s important to give your dog the tools to not only dump carcinogens but to also boost the immune system so it can kill any newly created cancer cells. Instead of processed pet foods, consider a commercially available or home prepared diet formulated from whole-food based ingredients.
 
  • Perform daily DIY physical examinations. Take a proactive approach by placing your hands on your dog daily. Check for areas of discomfort, heat or swelling, skin lesions or masses, or other abnormalities that can then be brought to a veterinarian’s attention.


What if your dog is diagnosed with cancer?

First, take a deep breath and do not panic. Second, don't give up hope! Although the treatment for cancer in dogs is similar to the treatment for humans (surgery, chemotherapy, radiation), most dogs tolerate it extremely well. Additionally, there are many natural and holistic therapies that have been proven very helpful, such as Turmeric Golden Paste. Essiac Tea, Medicinal Mushrooms and CBD/THC oils. Do your research, join Facebook groups…educate yourself.

Finally, as difficult or insensitive as it may seem, enjoy today. This may be the most important step of all. Dogs live in the moment, so take whatever moments you have left and enjoy them. Cancer or not, no pet parent can anticipate how long their dog will live. If laughter truly is the best medicine, then living life to the fullest with your pet is the most powerful treatment of all.

 *Animal Cancer Foundation
**Animal Wellness Magazine


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April is Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Month. It’s a reminder to people to speak out for animals who they feel may be abused or neglected.

4/19/2019

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April is Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Month.  It’s a reminder to people to speak out for animals who they feel may be abused or neglected.  
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It is incredibly hard for most pet parents to understand why people would intentionally hurt their own pets, however this is the sad truth for hundreds of thousands of animals. Although conditions for companion animals have greatly improved over the last few decades, especially in Western societies, there are still many people who view pets the old-fashioned way: as property. These individuals typically don’t recognize pets as sentient beings capable of having emotions, only as objects they have the right to do with as they wish. And, sadly, sometimes that includes acts of cruelty.

Animal cruelty laws can vary from state to state (all 50 states have them, some are stronger than others), and every city or county has different ordinances that spell out what constitutes illegal treatment of an animal. It’s important to understand what is or isn’t considered prosecutable animal cruelty in your community.

The Most Common Types of Animal Abuse
  • Neglect / Abandonment
  • Shooting
  • Hoarding (When too many animals are kept in unsanitary conditions)
  • Beating
  • Organized Fighting


Signs of Animal Abuse
  • Animals left outside in extreme weather with no shelter
  • Poor living conditions, including filth and dangerous objects near the animal
  • Lack of food and water
  • Emaciated animals
  • Too many animals living on one property or animal hoarding
  • Untreated injuries or illnesses
  • Acts of violence against animals


Who Abuses Animals

Cruelty and neglect cross all social and economic boundaries and media reports suggest that animal abuse is common in both rural and urban areas.
  • Intentional cruelty to animals is strongly correlated with other crimes, including violence against people.
  • Hoarding behavior often victimizes animals. Sufferers of a hoarding disorder may impose severe neglect on animals by housing far more than they are able to adequately take care of.
  • Studies suggest that those who intentionally abuse animals are predominantly men under 30, while those involved in animal hoarding are more likely to be women over 60.


Correlation with Domestic Violence

Data on domestic violence and child abuse cases reveal that a staggering number of animals are targeted by those who abuse their children or spouses:
  • There are approximately 70 million pet dogs and 74.1 million pet cats in the United States, where 20 men and women are assaulted per minute (an average of around 10 million a year).
  • In one survey, 71 percent of domestic violence victims reported that their abuser also targeted pets.
  • In one study of families under investigation for suspected child abuse, researchers found that pet abuse had occurred in 88 percent of the families under supervision for physical abuse of their children.
What Can You Do?

Learn to recognize animal cruelty. Some signs and symptoms to be aware of:  
  • Tick or flea infestations.
  • Wounds on the body.
  • Extremely thin, starving animals.
  • Excessive limping.
  • An owner striking or otherwise physically abusing an animal.
  • Pets who are repeatedly left alone without food and water.
  • Dogs left chained up in a yard, no matter the weather.
  • Pets who are kept outside without shelter in extreme weather conditions.
  • Dogs left in hot cars.
  • Pets who are showing any of the signs listed above-and have not been taken to a veterinarian.
  • Animals who cower in fear or act aggressively when approached by their owners.


Report animal abuse if you see it.  If you witness someone abusing an animal, whether they are physically abusing the animal or neglecting the animal in some way, report it to local animal control. The animal control officers will keep your name confidential.

Know your state's animal cruelty laws. All 50 United States have animal cruelty laws, though they differ from state to state. To see a state-by-state listing of animal cruelty laws, click here:http://www.straypetadvocacy.org/PDF/AnimalCrueltyLaws.pdf
 
Understand the link between animal cruelty and domestic abuse. If you suspect animal abuse in a home, your phone call could open the door to more help for the family. Animal control officers are aware of the link and if they feel there is other abuse in the home will report it to social services — and vice versa.
 
Teach children to respect animals. Children learn how to treat animals from the adults in their lives. You can help children understand that animals are living creatures who have the ability to feel pain, joy and sadness.
 
Volunteer to foster animals. One of the best ways to help animals is to become a foster family. Foster families provide temporary homes for pets that are abused, injured or sick and who need some time to recover.
 
Set a good example for others. If you have pets, be sure to always show them the love and good care that they deserve. But it's more than just food, water, and adequate shelter. If you think your animal is sick, bring him to the veterinarian. Keep your pets clean and groomed.
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    Cheryl Fuchs

    Twenty years ago, Cheryl began her self-taught study into the world of natural, raw diets, supplements, the truth about vaccinations and a holistic lifestyle for dogs. 
     
    ​Cheryl has taken many courses and workshops over the years with some of the nations top experts in the field of holistic care, integrative veterinary medicine and behavioral issues. 

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