| When you hear the word "cancer", what is your first | | | | immune system thus allowing the body to fight back, |
| reaction? Probably anger, fear, disbelief or a | | | | while others act as powerful antioxidants to cleanse |
| combination of all of the above. This reaction is a | | | | the body of toxins and poisons that can inhibit the |
| normal one because we know cancer can be a | | | | ability to heal. |
| powerful and aggressive enemy that levels | | | | One of the most powerful cancer fighters for both |
| everything in its path. Something we are not readily | | | | humans and canines alike, is Essiac. Most commonly |
| told, is how strong the body is and even under fire, | | | | known for its tea form, taken daily it can prove to |
| can still draw the strength to fight and win over this | | | | be a strong ally in the fight against cancer and to |
| villain. | | | | promote continued remission. |
| This is true for humans, but what about our canine | | | | There are many stories in print and online touting the |
| friends? Oddly enough, what is good for the goose, | | | | strength and healing power of this herb. Common |
| is good for the gander in this case. Because | | | | components in this tea can include Burdock Root, |
| alternative medicine in its natural form is a powerful | | | | Slippery Elm Bark, Sheep Sorrell and Indian Rhubarb |
| and unrelenting ally in the fight against disease, the | | | | Root. All of these ingredients work toward cleansing |
| same herbs used to fight human cancer can very | | | | the blood and lymphatic system, while aiding the |
| often be used by our furry friends. Additionally, | | | | body in the disposal of waste and toxins. |
| alternative medicine is a strong partner rather than an | | | | It is important you enlist the assistance of your |
| adversary as can often be the case in traditional | | | | health care professional in this journey, as herbs must |
| medicine. | | | | be treated with respect. They are powerful tools and |
| There are many herbs used in the fight against | | | | consideration must be given as to your animals |
| cancer and your alliance with a good and patient | | | | overall health, and dosages should be carefully |
| veterinarian can help you fight this battle effectively. | | | | monitored. |
| The goal is to sidestep the harmful and | | | | Additionally, a good herbalist is worth their weight in |
| uncomfortable side effects of traditional medicine, | | | | gold. These skilled experts spend endless hours |
| which can make your already uncomfortable pet, | | | | researching the many herbs available and their |
| more uncomfortable. | | | | strengths, as well as possible side effects. Take the |
| Though herbs can be extremely powerful and even | | | | time to formulate your questions prior to consulting |
| harmful if misused, they are a welcome tool for the | | | | with your herbalist, so you can attain a good feel for |
| body in its first line of defense against this forceful | | | | the herbs you wish to utilize. Be sure to share this |
| enemy. | | | | information with your vet so a plan can be |
| Herbs work in many ways. Two of the most | | | | formulated for an aggressive and successful defense. |
| important characteristics are their ability to boost the | | | | |