The key to our health starts with our gut. 80% of our immune system lives in the intestinal lining of the large intestine. Without a functioning immune system, all the drugs in the world won’t heal you! Cultured and fermented foods have amazing health benefits, providing massive amounts of necessary bacteria for gut health. Cultured …
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img_16491.jpg It is critically important to address the root cause of dis-ease versus adding in new drugs for each new symptom! Jack’s previous vets kept adding to his list of diseases (and the drugs to manage them). Meanwhile his health continued to deteriorate. I addressed the root cause and he no longer has the …
What we eat and feed our pets plays a CRITICAL role in our health and in the health of our pets. This article (on pages 30-31) explains how the pet food industry was developed and who the major players are controlling the pet food industry. Guaranteed to help you choose differently! http://ow.ly/Et8j303cilI
Why is Detoxing Important? Most people take better care of their cars (and other machines) than their bodies. We clean our cars, change the oil, use the right gas (usually), but we don’t clean the organs that are vital for our bodies to work! We are constantly bombarded with toxins, many of which the body is unable …
There is a lot of misinformation about breast disease. Much of that misinformation comes from companies that make a profit from our use of their toxic products. The intention of this article is to provide awareness to the causes of breast disease and alternative options that could decrease the risk factors. I encourage EVERYONE …
I constantly hear “I want to eat healthier (and feed my pet healthier), more organic, but it cost so much more” Really?!?! First let me bust this belief system which comes from those big business’s that stand to gain from our buying (literally) into this belief (Monsanto, the pharmaceutical industry, the insurance industry). The cost …
Before you eat anything, take a moment to be present. Breath deeply a few times, let your breath out slowly, and pause to be grateful, giving thanks for the nutrients and the energy you are about to receive from the food. While eating, chew slowly and mindfully, being aware of the flavors and textures. These …
If we were to offer a wild cat that has never been fed processed food a mouse or a bowl of dry kibble, which do you think they would instinctively eat? The live food of course! So how is it that our modern cat eats dry kibble (and for some furry friends they refuse a raw …
Addicted To Junk Food: How To Transition Cats And Dogs From Dry Processed Diets To Raw Read More »
I have been practicing veterinary medicine since graduating from the University of Florida in 1985. For 17 years I practiced straight Western-type medicine and considered myself an excellent practitioner. Eight years ago one of my personal show horses, Lilly, developed a neck problem that was debilitating and jeopardized her show career. During a horse show with …
You Are What You Eat, Drink, and Think (read my 3 part digestion blog on the role of digestion and assimilation). Many people over eat. When we eat the correct fats and proteins in nutrient dense foods, we no longer have cravings and we achieve satiety. Soy, canola, and corn oil are all bad oils. …
Food Matters Part 2: “To Do and Not To Do” That Is The Choice Read More »
