Honest Kitchen Newsletter - The Road to Recovery vol 33

Welcome!
An extra warm welcome this month, to all our newest subscribers! We love it when our readers forward this newsletter to friends (If you have someone in mind that might enjoy the health tips and specials in our newsletters, do feel free to use the 'forward to a friend' button located at the bottom of this message!

Combating Cancer

A diagnosis of cancer is a devastating discovery. However new hope is at hand, with modern medicine, combined with holistic modalities, which can help to maintain a pet's quality of life, as well as extend life much further than was possible years ago.

Working with two vets, to provide conventional therapies such as radiation, surgery and chemotherapy, as well as a complementary or holistic vet, is often an ideal approach - although it can sometimes be a challenge to find two vets who are willing to work alongside one another, and respect each other's work.

What are the holistic treatment options available through my vet, for the management of cancer?

Acupuncture can be extremely useful in helping to combat nausea caused by chemotherapy drugs, and to enhance the immune system, opening up the flow of energy (Qi) through the body and creating an environment that is conducive to healing.

Herbal therapies, including Chinese remedies offer excellent options for helping to boost immunity, alter ‘stasis', stimulate healing and even help to eliminate nausea, as well as stimulate appetite.

Chiropractic & Massage treatments can help to create alignment in the spinal column and other joints as well as relieve tension in muscles, which is especially important in cancers such as osteosarcoma that result in lameness (or in many cases, amputation to remove an affected limb) and cause compensatory misalignment and pain in other areas of the body.

Home Care For Cancer Recovery

What Can I do at home, to help with my pet's cancer recovery?

Nutritional therapy involves amending the diet to lower carbohydrate intake; tumors grow most rapidly with carbs as fuel, so a diet that is higher in fat and protein, rather than carbs and sugars, will help to slow the growth.

Antioxidants are quite widely used to help combat free radicals which are prevalent in cancer. There has been some recent research to indicate that massive dosages of antioxidants are not always advisable during cancer recovery, as some antioxidants may be pro-cancer in very large mega-dosages. Examples would be the fat-soluble vitamins. Consult your vet for guidance.

More than at any other time, cancer recovery calls for a diet that is free of toxins, chemicals and other ingredients that are harmful to the body as a whole. When cancer has been diagnosed, a switch to organic meats and vegetables where available, can have a positive impact on total health.

Ingredients which have a cleansing or tonic effect on the blood are also beneficial during cancer treatment and recovery; sardines, as well as eggs, apricots, parsley, carrots and beef, all norish the blood according to Traditional Chinese Medicine.

Ingredients that tonify Qi, the flow of energy in the body, include, beef and chicken, herring, mackerel, oats, brown rice, millet, pumpkin, squash, figs, sweet potatoes and yams. A Qi deficiency may occur during cancer and its subsequent treatment.

As noted in one of our favorite holistic animal care books, Natural Healing for Dogs & Cats by Cheryl Schwartz, D.V.M., you can also take a proactive role in helping your pet to deal with the challenges of cancer recovery:

Acupressure: A point located behind the front ankle, above the secondary pad on the back of the front leg, can be massaged to relieve nausea.

Add to this, a point located on the inside of the hind paw just in front of the ankle to increase the absorption of foods.

One of the most important things you can do, is provide your animal companion with lots of extra love and attention. Cuddles, massages, stroking and gentle brushing are welcomed by most pets.

A 'Hot' (Well, Warming) Giveaway For Everyone!

This month, we're giving away FREE packets of our delicious Ice Pups Treats!

Did you know? Ice Pups can be served as a warm, nourishing, delicious Broth during the cold winter months. Your pup will love the change from his usual treats! Simply mix with warm water and serve as a treat or supplement to your pet's usual meal. Ice Pups are especially useful anytime the appetite is supressed.

Every order over $25, placed before Valentine's Day, is eligible for a free packet. To claim your exclusive subscribers' Discount, simply enter coupon code ICE08PUPS in the designated area of the checkout page.
Please take care not to include any spaces if you copy-and-paste the code! You can use the discount as many times as you'd like (limit one per order) before February 14th, 2008.

As you shop throughout the next month, take pride also, in the fact that a portion of the money you spend will be directed to the Morris Animal Foundation's Canine Cancer Campaign. (See bottom paragraph for more info!)

Tonic Topper

This month's recipe is inspired by Traditional Chinese Medicine, and uses foods that tonify the Blood and Qi.

Ingredients

1/4 Cup Dried Apricots
1/4 Can Pumpkin (not pie mix)
1 Can Sardines
1/2 Cup Cooked Millet
1/2 Cup Plain, live-culture Yogurt
1 tsp Powdered Spirulina

Combine all ingredients together in a bowl and refrigerate. Add a couple of tablespoons to each of your pet's usual meals until it's all gone!

Austin to Boston - Paws on the Path for a Cure

We were inspired recently by an email we received from Luke Robinson regarding an epic adventure he's about to undertake. The following is from Luke's Blog:

This coming March, Luke Robinson will be embarking on a 2,000 mile hike with his two dogs, Hudson & Murphy to raise money which will finance the first ever nationwide epidemiological canine cancer study.

But this study has even more far reaching implications. Almost all types of cancer in pets are the same as those found in humans - and increasingly, dogs with cancers are being used as ideal models for research and drug development, benefiting not only pets but people, too.

For more information about the hike, you can watch Luke's promotional trailer on youtube or visit his website; www.2dogs2000miles.org

We're proud to be supporting this amazing effort, by providing Honest Kitchen food to Hudson and Murphy for the duration of their walk. We'll be following their progress along the way and will provide updates in future emails! Good luck to the Trio!

Charity of The Month
This month, a portion of our profits will be donated to the Morris Animal Foundation Canine Cancer Campaign. For more information on this tremendous initiative, click here
The Morris Animal Foundation operates a wide array of initiatives which benefit both companion animals and wildlife. The Foundation was founded in 1948 and answers a critical and unique need in promoting and protecting animal health and welfare and advancing veterinary medicine. 100% of all donations to the foundation are directed towards animal health.

Footnote
Just in case you have time to watch - The Honest Kitchen will be featured on CNBC's 'Power Lunch' on January 25th around 1.50pm EST!

a message from the honest kitchen

	01/24/2008 The Road To Recovery
	Welcome! An extra warm welcome this month, to all our newest subscribers! We love it when our readers forward this newsletter to friends (If you have someone in mind that might enjoy the health tips and specials in our newsletters, do feel free to use the 'forward to a friend' button located at the bottom of this message! Combating Cancer A diagnosis of cancer is a devastating discovery. However new hope is at hand, with modern medicine, combined with holistic modalities, which can help to maintain a pet's quality of life, as well as extend life much further than was possible years ago. Working with two vets, to provide conventional therapies such as radiation, surgery and chemotherapy, as well as a complementary or holistic vet, is often an ideal approach - although it can sometimes be a challenge to find two vets who are willing to work alongside one another, and respect each other's work. What are the holistic treatment options available through my vet, for the management of cancer? Acupuncture can be extremely useful in helping to combat nausea caused by chemotherapy drugs, and to enhance the immune system, opening up the flow of energy (Qi) through the body and creating an environment that is conducive to healing. Herbal therapies, including Chinese remedies offer excellent options for helping to boost immunity, alter ‘stasis', stimulate healing and even help to eliminate nausea, as well as stimulate appetite. Chiropractic & Massage treatments can help to create alignment in the spinal column and other joints as well as relieve tension in muscles, which is especially important in cancers such as osteosarcoma that result in lameness (or in many cases, amputation to remove an affected limb) and cause compensatory misalignment and pain in other areas of the body. Home Care For Cancer Recovery What Can I do at home, to help with my pet's cancer recovery? Nutritional therapy involves amending the diet to lower carbohydrate intake; tumors grow most rapidly with carbs as fuel, so a diet that is higher in fat and protein, rather than carbs and sugars, will help to slow the growth. Antioxidants are quite widely used to help combat free radicals which are prevalent in cancer. There has been some recent research to indicate that massive dosages of antioxidants are not always advisable during cancer recovery, as some antioxidants may be pro-cancer in very large mega-dosages. Examples would be the fat-soluble vitamins. Consult your vet for guidance. More than at any other time, cancer recovery calls for a diet that is free of toxins, chemicals and other ingredients that are harmful to the body as a whole. When cancer has been diagnosed, a switch to organic meats and vegetables where available, can have a positive impact on total health. Ingredients which have a cleansing or tonic effect on the blood are also beneficial during cancer treatment and recovery; sardines, as well as eggs, apricots, parsley, carrots and beef, all norish the blood according to Traditional Chinese Medicine. Ingredients that tonify Qi, the flow of energy in the body, include, beef and chicken, herring, mackerel, oats, brown rice, millet, pumpkin, squash, figs, sweet potatoes and yams. A Qi deficiency may occur during cancer and its subsequent treatment. As noted in one of our favorite holistic animal care books, Natural Healing for Dogs & Cats by Cheryl Schwartz, D.V.M., you can also take a proactive role in helping your pet to deal with the challenges of cancer recovery: Acupressure: A point located behind the front ankle, above the secondary pad on the back of the front leg, can be massaged to relieve nausea. Add to this, a point located on the inside of the hind paw just in front of the ankle to increase the absorption of foods. One of the most important things you can do, is provide your animal companion with lots of extra love and attention. Cuddles, massages, stroking and gentle brushing are welcomed by most pets. A 'Hot' (Well, Warming) Giveaway For Everyone! This month, we're giving away FREE packets of our delicious Ice Pups Treats! Did you know? Ice Pups can be served as a warm, nourishing, delicious Broth during the cold winter months. Your pup will love the change from his usual treats! Simply mix with warm water and serve as a treat or supplement to your pet's usual meal. Ice Pups are especially useful anytime the appetite is supressed. Every order over $25, placed before Valentine's Day, is eligible for a free packet. To claim your exclusive subscribers' Discount, simply enter coupon code ICE08PUPS in the designated area of the checkout page. Please take care not to include any spaces if you copy-and-paste the code! You can use the discount as many times as you'd like (limit one per order) before February 14th, 2008. As you shop throughout the next month, take pride also, in the fact that a portion of the money you spend will be directed to the Morris Animal Foundation's Canine Cancer Campaign. (See bottom paragraph for more info!) Tonic Topper This month's recipe is inspired by Traditional Chinese Medicine, and uses foods that tonify the Blood and Qi. Ingredients 1/4 Cup Dried Apricots 1/4 Can Pumpkin (not pie mix) 1 Can Sardines 1/2 Cup Cooked Millet 1/2 Cup Plain, live-culture Yogurt 1 tsp Powdered Spirulina Combine all ingredients together in a bowl and refrigerate. Add a couple of tablespoons to each of your pet's usual meals until it's all gone! Austin to Boston - Paws on the Path for a Cure We were inspired recently by an email we received from Luke Robinson regarding an epic adventure he's about to undertake. The following is from Luke's Blog: This coming March, Luke Robinson will be embarking on a 2,000 mile hike with his two dogs, Hudson & Murphy to raise money which will finance the first ever nationwide epidemiological canine cancer study. But this study has even more far reaching implications. Almost all types of cancer in pets are the same as those found in humans - and increasingly, dogs with cancers are being used as ideal models for research and drug development, benefiting not only pets but people, too. For more information about the hike, you can watch Luke's promotional trailer on youtube or visit his website; www.2dogs2000miles.org We're proud to be supporting this amazing effort, by providing Honest Kitchen food to Hudson and Murphy for the duration of their walk. We'll be following their progress along the way and will provide updates in future emails! Good luck to the Trio! Charity of The Month This month, a portion of our profits will be donated to the Morris Animal Foundation Canine Cancer Campaign. For more information on this tremendous initiative, click here The Morris Animal Foundation operates a wide array of initiatives which benefit both companion animals and wildlife. The Foundation was founded in 1948 and answers a critical and unique need in promoting and protecting animal health and welfare and advancing veterinary medicine. 100% of all donations to the foundation are directed towards animal health. Footnote Just in case you have time to watch - The Honest Kitchen will be featured on CNBC's 'Power Lunch' on January 25th around 1.50pm EST!
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