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11-29-2017, 06:55 PM | #1 |
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| TUMERIC for DOGS! Turmeric For Dogs What if I told you a*little spice (that’s probably sitting in your kitchen cupboard right now) could make a huge difference in your dog’s health and even his lifespan? I know it sounds crazy, but research shows it’s true … turmeric (the spice used in curries and mustards) with over 6,000 studies to its credit, is*found to trump a lot of fancy, expensive drugs. -Arthritis drugs -Steroids -Chemotherapy -Inflammatory bowel disease drugs -Anti-inflammatory drugs These are a whole lot of reasons to give your dog turmeric! So let’s take a closer look at this handy little spice (we’ll show you how much to give and which dogs shouldn’t get turmeric in a bit). Turmeric contains a*compound called curcumin – which is essentially its active ingredient. Curcumin*has antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, antiviral, antibacterial, antifungal, wound healing and anticancer activities. It can help fight diseases like arthritis, diabetes, cancer, liver disease, gastrointestinal issues, Alzheimers and more. One study*at Baylor University Medical Center in Dallas, Texas, called it “Cure-cumin” because of its long list of amazing therapeutic and clinical uses. So let’s look at the Top 5 Ways*turmeric can help your dog (and how it*compares*to conventional drugs): #1 – Turmeric Is Anti-Inflammatory You may be thinking inflammation is only a problem for dogs with joint disease … but chronic, hidden inflammation is a silent killer. It’s the root of nearly all disease. Cancer, arthritis, allergies, kidney disease, dental disease, digestive disease … it’s all caused by inflammation. Not all inflammation in the body is a bad thing. If your dog is exposed to viruses or bacteria,*acute inflammation will release*white blood cells to the body tissues*and start the healing process. But chronic inflammation – the kind of low-grade inflammation that stays for weeks, months and even years – is the real culprit behind most degenerative and inflammatory health issues in your dog. Researchers are finding that heart disease can be linked to dental disease. Chronic bladder infections can lead to bladder cancer.*And they’re finding that*chronic low-grade inflammation is a major driver of joint degeneration. A*2014 study*found that the curcumin found in turmeric (its active ingredient) outperformed ibuprofen in people with arthritis. But turmeric doesn’t just control the inflammation in joint disease … Another*2004 study in Oncogene*found that curcumin (as well as resveratrol) worked just as well as anti-inflammatory drugs … and worked*better*than both aspirin and ibuprofen. Inflammation is the key driver of most disease in the body … and turmeric is one of the best natural anti-inflammatories either nature or medicine has to offer. Keep this in mind as we look at the next few reasons to give your dog turmeric. #2 – Turmeric Can Treat And Prevent Cancer So we know that chronic inflammation can lead to cancer and turmeric is a powerful antioxidant.*And*a UK study*showed that curcumin could stop the precancerous changes from becoming cancer. So turmeric can help prevent cancer. But turmeric*can also treat cancer naturally.*Nearly 1/3 of the studies done on*turmeric*are cancer research … and the results are very promising. It’s been shown to*kill cancer cells and prevent more from growing. The American Cancer Society claims “Curcumin interferes with cancer development, growth, and spread.*Recently, curcumin has received a great deal of focus because of it’s ability to reduce tumor size and kill cancer cells. Half of adult dogs today will get cancer, so turmeric could be a great way to protect your dog from inflammation and cancer. #3 – Turmeric Can Relieve Arthritis Pain We know that arthritis is the result of inflammation and turmeric can decrease inflammation in the body. But it can also relieve the pain and stiffness in arthritis … better than conventional pain medications. In 2014 a group of researchers in Thailand published*a study comparing the effects of curcumin vs ibuprofen treatment*in patients with knee osteoarthritis.* They found that curcumin worked just as well as ibuprofen to reduce pain … but without the gastrointestinal side effects experienced by the patients who took ibuprofen. Which brings us to the next benefit … #4 – Turmeric Can Treat Gastrointestinal Disorders Turmeric’s anti-inflammatory effects can be helpful in treating Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) as well as other gastrointestinal disorders.* It’s been shown in several preclinical studies and uncontrolled clinical trials as having positive effects on gut inflammation and gut permeability. Researchers at Hamamatsu South Hospital in Japan*commented that curcumin’s “inhibitory effects on major inflammatory mechanisms* […] and its unrivaled safety profile suggest it has bright prospects in the treatment of IBD.” #5 – Turmeric*Can Replace Steroids Many dogs are on steroids for allergies and joint pain – but*some studies show*curcumin*is just as effective as steroids. And the authors note:*“The*lack of side effects*with curcumin is its greatest advantage compared with corticosteroids.” And a study published in the*Journal of Pharmacy and Pharmacology*shows that*combing curcumin with a steroid*reduced the side effects*of this dangerous medication. And that’s the main benefit of turmeric – not only can it work just as well as many prescription and over-the-counter drugs, it doesn’t carry the same nasty,*unwanted side effects. con't on next post
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11-29-2017, 06:58 PM | #2 |
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| How To Give Your Dog Turmeric So if you’re ready to give your dog turmeric, there are a few things you need to know. The curcumin in turmeric is hard for your dog to absorb if it’s given by itself. So it’s important*to combine turmeric*with a healthy oil like coconut oil. This can increase the absorption significantly. Dr Michael Greger MD also found that a phytochemical in black pepper called peperine that can increase the absorption of curcumin by up to 2,000%. So you can’t give turmeric by itself and expect good results. But here’s a simple recipe you can make at home: PLEASE VISIT THE LINK TO SEE RECIPE Turmeric For Dogs You can add the Golden Paste directly to your dog’s meals by mixing it with some water or kefir. Most dogs don’t mind the taste at all! -Small dogs should start with about 1/4 teaspoon per day -Medium dogs can start with 1/2 teaspoon per day -Large dogs can start with 3/4 teaspoon per day -Giant dogs can start with 1 teaspoon per day This is a rough starting point, but you can increase the amount from there, up to about a Tbsp for larger dogs. But you’ll want to give turmeric*in smaller amounts a few times a day because curcumin leaves the body quickly. And you’ll want to*be careful when you’re working with turmeric … its bright yellow color can stain your hands, countertops and your dog! So mix your turmeric paste with some kefir or mix it well into his food or he’ll be sporting a yellow mustache! And turmeric is binding and can cause constipation, so add some water or kefir to his meals when you add turmeric. Some Dogs Shouldn’t Get Turmeric The best thing about turmeric is that it works and it’s safe. But not all dogs should get turmeric.*Turmeric is a “warming” spice so if your dog is *always hot and seeking out cool floors to lie on, turmeric may not be for him. Turmeric can also interact with some medications, including anti-inflammatory and diabetes drugs, and it may interfere with some chemotherapy treatments … so if your dog’s on any medications, check with your holistic vet before adding turmeric to his diet. Chances are, it will only help but it’s always best to check. Turmeric is also contraindicated for patients with bile tract obstruction or gallstones. Bonus – Turmeric Is A Powerful Antioxidant So there are a whole lot of reasons to start giving your dog turmeric. But I haven’t mentioned the best one yet … turmeric is a powerful antioxidant and antioxidants can slow down aging, degeneration and even increase lifespan. The main benefit of antioxidants is that they help fight free radical damage. Free radicals are unpaired electrons that can*accumulate in cells. They’re the byproduct of metabolism, sometimes the immune system creates them to fight viruses and bacteria, and they’re also formed when your dog is exposed to chemicals, pesticides, processed foods, pollution, radiation and toxins. Once free radicals form in cells, their single electron makes them*very unstable and they react quickly with other compounds to*capture a second electron to make them stable again. They usually*just attack the closest stable molecule and steal its electron and the damaged molecule with the missing electron becomes another free radical and a chain reaction is set in motion. This process is called oxidative stress and it*causes damage to the cells, proteins and DNA in your dog’s body.*A 2015 study*at the Guangdong University of Technology discussed how oxidative stress activates inflammatory pathways leading to many chronic diseases, including cancer. Their research suggests that “curcumin can play a key role in the prevention and treatment of chronic inflammation diseases.” So move over variety … turmeric is the new spice of life! We think EVERY dog should be getting turmeric every day.
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| Crispy Turmeric Tator Tots Recipe For Mommy & Golden Paste Paw Prints For My Dogs Scroll down to see pics of turmeric paste paws! I use the mini silicone paw molds for my Yorkies. Here: https://www.etsy.com/listing/5007481...home_active_10 I freeze all sorts of yummy things for them...Answer's raw fermented goat's milk w/ blended organic blueberries, raw goat's milk w/ blended organic chard, kale & spinach. 100% grass-fed & grass-finished organs, meat & fat (all raw from local farm). Lastly, 100% Cage Free Organic Raw Duck Eggs (also from a local farm). They love these! Now I just need to make the golden turmeric paste. DSCN9388.JPG
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I have read that golden paste helps with inflammation. I have said dog on Trixsyn, with good results. He is on a remedy, the best I can do with given input from my husband. Again, I am pleased with results. Fed fresh food diet, low carb. BEAM is good, dog is happy, just trying to do better. My questions : The recipes I have seen call for an oil to make the paste. I have seen a couple articles stress the importance of feeding with a fat. IF I make it with coconut oil, wouldn't that count toward the fat? I have also seen that it doesn't last long in the body and should be offered a couple times throughout the day. Should I offer it two, three times? Looking for any thoughts on golden paste and people's experience/results using it. | |
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