Nutrition

I remember years ago we all used the word “indigestion” to refer to heartburn or stomach pain. With scientific research, we coined the phrase “acid reflux” and quickly people were […]

In general, raw or home cooked diets can be beneficial and preferred by holistic veterinarians and animal nutritionists for dogs with cancer and most conditions – except if the cancer

A phytoestrogen is an estrogen-like compound occurring naturally in plants of the legume family and in grains, vegetables, and fruits. Phytoestrogens have been widely researched for their health benefits to

Is a grain-free diet for companion pets truly grain-free? Well, not always. There are a few explanations for this. Contamination or Undeclared Ingredients A 2010 study evaluated four over-the-counter venison

Yes; I love probiotics! I consider them to be a functional superfood. As many of you know, probiotics are microorganisms, or “good” bacteria that provide beneficial effects to humans and

Are you wondering why a veterinarian is writing on the difference between green bananas and ripe bananas? Well, dogs and horses can and do eat bananas, which are rich in

For years the veterinary community has debated the effects of raw diets on laboratory blood and urine results. Unfortunately, the debate is ongoing and gives mixed messages to companion animal