Welcome to the monthly Freedom From Illness e-newsletter from Russell Louie
and Margaret Auld-Louie at Optimum Choices. This newsletter is sent to the
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During this allergy-time of year, many canine
clients are coming down with a particularly deadly disease called Immune Mediated Hemolytic
Anemia (IMHA). 50% of those diagnosed with IMHA die within the first two
weeks of diagnosis. Out of the remainder, there is up to an 80% fatality rate.
We currently have more than 2-3 times the amount of emergency overnight orders
to fill. These emergency orders take 2-3 times as long to fulfill and delay
normal orders. I am sure you would want this special attention too if your child
or beloved pet was dying from such a fatal disease. Some holistic vets suspect
the causes of
IMHA could be vaccinations,
flea & tick or heartworm treatment.
See our July's
e-newsletter for "wholistic" options to flea & tick or heartworm treatment.
From now until next month's e-newsletter is
published, we are offering a
5% discount
off
your entire order.
Simply enter "5CAMP"
(the number "5" and the word "CAMP" with no spaces) in the Discount Coupon box of our shopping cart. You
must press the green [Recalculate]
button in the lower left to
see this discount calculated in your order total. Then select
the green [Go To Payments] button to complete your order. This
discount is only available to our customers who read this
e-newsletter and order online. This discount is not advertised to
the general public. This discount may not be combined
with our autoship, volume, referral bonus, professional or
other discounts. Discount is valid until next month's e-newsletter is
published with a new discount code.
HINT: for maximum
savings, order any Starter Pack (three bottles) of BioPreparation
and/or BioSuperfood
for a 5% discount
AND in addition, get the
5% discount above, for a total of 10% off the
full retail price. No other discounts can be applied.
HINT: if you ever miss
our monthly e-newsletters containing the current month's
discount code, you can always go to our home page and
select the green
[Newsletters]
button in the left column. Then click the appropriate
year and subsequent month buttons to view our current
month's e-newsletter and "secret" discount code.
Freedom From Illness Webinar—Open
Questions & Answers
Has your supplement stopped
working?
Are you stuck buying more and more
supplements?
Do you wonder why some products
work for some people but not you?
Ever since the
Japanese nuclear reactors exploded, it has been hard to
reach Russell for support. One week afterwards, Dr.
Roland Thomas' was
interviewed on a national radio show (Coast
to Coast AM). He talked
about
the benefits of using bio-algae concentrates to help the
body
neutralize
radiation exposure based on the results at Chernobyl. Our sales
have
skyrocketed ever since from the concerns of radiation
fallout from
Japan.
Because of the incredible demand for our holistic
products (they
work like
no others) and this current event, Russell has been busy
filling
orders with
very little time to handle your inquiries.
Attend this FREE webinar for
an open Question & Answer session. This is
your opportunity to ask Russell your holistic questions.
No individual
recommendations or medical advice will be
given. Only general guidelines
will be discussed.
After
registering, you will receive an e-mail with the conference
telephone number, PIN (or instructions on how to use your computer
speakers/microphone) and web link to login. This Freedom From
Illness webinar is FREE, tell your friends, post it on
Facebook, Twitter, Yahoo, etc.
International
Iridology and Integrative Healthcare Congress
"When Love and Wisdom Unite, Expect a
Masterpiece"
Dr. Roland Thomas, BioAge, LLC, will speak at
the 12th Annual International Iridology and Integrative Healthcare Congress,
a unique event at the award-winning Cincinnati Airport Marriott Hotel. You
do not have to be an iridologist to benefit from all of the amazing
knowledge that will be shared by the speakers and exhibitors.
Normal Admission: $345 Couples $595 — Early
Bird Sept.15th $295 Couples $495
Call to 888-573-EYES (3937). You are highly encouraged to "Attend this
Congress and Experience
its Energy."
NEWLIFE Expo
When: October 21-23, 2011
Where: Hotel New Yorker, New York, NY
If you live in the New York area you
must take the opportunity to hear Dr. Roland Thomas (author of Awakening the Genius Within),
BioAge, in person.
Learn the most advanced concepts of true wholistic health from the
BioSuperfood
microalgae expert. Get answers to the following questions:
How can awakening the genius within
benefit my family and me?
What is the difference between stomach
food and brain food?
How can I buy less supplements, save
money and simplify my life?
After this weekend you'll understand how the
“genius within” restores homeostasis and stimulate more efficient cellular
regeneration. You will know more about cellular nutrition then 99% of
physicians and naturopaths with advanced degree. With the proven facts and
many examples, you will have the knowledge and confidence to use for
yourself, or recommend to your clients and loved ones this "new"
age principle of "let thy micro food be thy medicine".
For more details, go to:
Freedom From Illness Blog
Do you wish to learn more about what is truly holistic?
Do you want to know why we spell holistic with a "w"?
Do you want to know why we say 90-95% of everything advertised as
holistic is NOT?
Do you want to know why some so-called "holistic" supplements do not
work?
To find the answer to all these questions, go to Russell's new personal
blog "Wholistic
Answers" at
www.RussellLouie.com. Russell is blogging about the
wholistic lessons he learns in our wholistic practice, new scientific
research supporting holistic modalities and critical holistic news everyone
needs to know about (such as
Genetically Modified Organism food being served in fast-food restaurants
today).
Iris's Cancer Returns
Our cat, Iris, was diagnosed just before Christmas with
advanced intestinal lymphoma.
Russell's blog,
RussellLouie.com/wholistic-lessons/lymphoma, will detail what we did
to reverse the cancerous condition for 6 months with all our "wholistic"
practices. In July, Iris stopped eating again and our holistic vet said the
lymphoma had returned with increased
thickening of her intestinal walls. She said even chemotherapy would not
have bought us 6 months, so we did really well (plus no side effects). We
were not about to give up on Iris as
she told us she was not ready to leave. So, we enlisted the services
of another holistic vet that does homeopathy. Dr. Jan Facinelli
recently completed a course on cancer homeopathy therapies. While we are not
"out of the woods" yet, Iris has made an amazing second comeback. Our first
vet calls Iris, the "miracle" cat. You can read what we did this second time
around and Iris's progress at Margaret's blog:
The Pursuit of Wholeness.
Did you know that over 85% of dogs and cats have periodontal disease
(includes gingivitis and
periodontitis)?
Pets “suffering from periodontal disease frequently develop signs of
heart, lung and joint disease”, according to Australian veterinarian Tom
Lonsdale, author of Raw Meaty Bones Promote Health. In
addition, he argues that periodontal disease creates kidney disease and
depresses the immune system, leading to an “AIDS-like” condition, caused
by diet. If you notice “doggy breath” in your dog, this is a sign he is
suffering from periodontal disease—it is not normal for healthy dogs to
have bad breath.
Why do our pets have this epidemic of periodontal disease when we feed
kibble that pet food companies
tell us will clean their teeth? We even
have “dental” and “tartar” formulas available now. According to
the Dr. Lonsdale, cats and dogs are designed by nature to get clean
teeth from gnawing on raw bones, not crunching kibble. He feels a diet
of processed pet food (kibble and canned) is the cause of this epidemic
of periodontal disease. Animal nutrition expert Kate Solisti, author of
the Holistic Animal Handbook, explains that kibble is particularly bad
for the gums of cats. They have pointy teeth designed to tear meat, not
molars to grind kibble. When they try to crunch kibble with their pointy
teeth, it slides between the teeth and presses against the gum, abrading
it and allowing the carbohydrates from the kibble to enter the
bloodstream.
Based on this information, we suggest that it does not make sense to
feed kibble to our pets to clean their
teeth. It is like feeding hard
cookies or pretzels to our children and expecting that to clean their
teeth. Most holistic vets are now recommending a diet of raw meat, bones
and organs for dogs and cats to promote optimal health and clean teeth.
It does take some education to do this safely—we have heard of cases of
animals getting bones stuck in their digestive system, even raw bones,
when they were switched too quickly to a raw diet. We would suggest that
you educate yourself on how to feed a balanced and safe raw diet and
work with a holistic vet during this process.
Many people feel safer feeding ground raw meat/bones to their pets. Some
dogs tend to swallow food whole, rather than chew up the bones.
According to Dr. Lonsdale, dogs will over time start producing
enough
stomach acid to digest whole bones but we still feel nervous about
giving them to our dog, as do many pet owners.
If our pets cannot clean their teeth the way Nature intended by gnawing
on raw bones, then it is up to us to keep them clean so they have
optimum health. An important part of this care includes professional
cleaning every 6 to 12 months by a vet or dental hygienist.
Unfortunately, this means the pet is put under general anesthesia. If
you have a senior pet or do not want your pet to experience anesthesia
this frequently, one solution is to take your pet to someone who is
trained in anesthesia-free teeth cleaning. They are trained to clean
using the same techniques as a vet—cleaning under the gum line and
polishing the teeth afterwards. If the person is skilled at handling
animals, they can perform this service on most pets, including cats.
Do not forget regular x-rays too. Even a visual inspection by a vet may
not be enough to identify bad teeth that need to be extracted. One
Chihuahua mix had several loose teeth that needed to be extracted.
Subsequent x-rays discovered two abscessed molars that also needed to
come out. These can be a source of hidden infections compromising the
immune system. Small dogs are prone to bad teeth.
In addition to these periodic cleanings, most vets recommend regular
tooth brushing, if your pet will let you do it. Make sure to use
toothpaste designed for cats and dogs as they will swallow it and human
toothpaste could be toxic to them. You can also try various chew toys
and treats to clean teeth, but be careful to read the ingredients labels
on treats. One of the most popular teeth cleaning treats, which is green
and shaped like a toothbrush, contains wheat gluten as the main
ingredient. Since dogs are carnivores, we feel it makes more sense to
feed a meat-based treat such as hard “bully sticks” or beef tendons. If
you do not have a specialty pet store in your area that offers these,
you can order them online in different sizes to accommodate all sizes of
dogs. Rawhide treats are widely used to clean teeth too but we do not
feel comfortable giving this to our dog since rawhide is often highly
processed and pieces of it could possibly be swallowed and get stuck in
the digestive tract.
To find out if there is a practitioner that does anesthesia-free teeth
cleaning for pets in your area, the best way is to search on the Internet
for "anesthesia-free teeth cleaning" in your location or ask your local vet and pet stores for a
referral.
Before
After
Cindy Lloyd is a Certified Pet Dental Hygienist and Certified Animal
Practitioner—Acupressure & Massage for Animals. She is a founding member
of Well Animal Institute LLP, info@WellAnimalInstitute.com,
www.WellAnimalInstitute.com/.
303-271-1649 866-305-2306 (toll-free) Normal office hours are 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM Mountain Time (U.S.),
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Nothing on this website has been evaluated by the FDA. This information
is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. Please
see a qualified healthcare practitioner for any disease or illness.
periodontitis)?
Pets “suffering from periodontal disease frequently develop signs of
heart, lung and joint disease”, according to Australian veterinarian Tom
Lonsdale, author of 
tell us will clean their teeth? We even
have “dental” and “tartar” formulas available now. According to
the Dr. Lonsdale, cats and dogs are designed by nature to get clean
teeth from gnawing on raw bones, not crunching kibble. He feels a diet
of processed pet food (kibble and canned) is the cause of this epidemic
of periodontal disease. Animal nutrition expert
teeth. It is like feeding hard
cookies or pretzels to our children and expecting that to clean their
teeth. Most holistic vets are now recommending a diet of raw meat, bones
and organs for dogs and cats to promote optimal health and clean teeth.
It does take some education to do this safely—we have heard of cases of
animals getting bones stuck in their digestive system, even raw bones,
when they were switched too quickly to a raw diet. We would suggest that
you educate yourself on how to feed a balanced and safe raw diet and
work with a holistic vet during this process.
enough
stomach acid to digest whole bones but we still feel nervous about
giving them to our dog, as do many pet owners.
Do not forget regular x-rays too. Even a visual inspection by a vet may
not be enough to identify bad teeth that need to be extracted. One
Chihuahua mix had several loose teeth that needed to be extracted.
Subsequent x-rays discovered two abscessed molars that also needed to
come out. These can be a source of hidden infections compromising the
immune system. Small dogs are prone to bad teeth.
you do it. Make sure to use
toothpaste designed for cats and dogs as they will swallow it and human
toothpaste could be toxic to them. You can also try various chew toys
and treats to clean teeth, but be careful to read the ingredients labels
on treats. One of the most popular teeth cleaning treats, which is green
and shaped like a toothbrush, contains wheat gluten as the main
ingredient. Since dogs are carnivores, we feel it makes more sense to
feed a meat-based treat such as hard “bully sticks” or beef tendons. If
you do not have a specialty pet store in your area that offers these,
you can order them online in different sizes to accommodate all sizes of
dogs. Rawhide treats are widely used to clean teeth too but we do not
feel comfortable giving this to our dog since rawhide is often highly
processed and pieces of it could possibly be swallowed and get stuck in
the digestive tract.
