After
our first two cats died of kidney disease or Chronic Renal Failure
(CRF) at age 17, we learned that grains are not an
appropriate diet for
carnivores (meat-eating animals needing 60-90% meat). Chronic Renal Failure
(CRF) is almost an epidemic among older cats because so many people feed
dry
kibbles in free-feeders to their felines (unnatural for wild cats). Some holistic veterinarians say
chronic renal failure and
kidney disease could almost be
prevented if cats were
not fed dry kibble all their lives. Dry kibble must
contain grains or other carbohydrates to hold it together during processing. At
most, premium brands contain only 50% meat (some new brands now claims 80%) and most (cheaper) brands are less than 30%. Upon
learning that, we transitioned our remaining cat to a grain-free
canned and
raw
food diet.
When we acquired our dog (needs 60-80% meat) we immediately put her
on a canned food diet and then transitioned her to raw food. Even the training
treats we give our dog are grain-free (we buy dried meat treats sold at natural
pet stores instead of dog “cookies”).
One reason to avoid grains is the
quality in most commercial pet foods is different than what you would cook for
your pet. Typically, the good quality grains go into human foods and what is
left over (unfit for human consumption) gets used in pet food. The grains
in pet food are more likely to contain toxic molds, pesticides and man-made
contaminants (such as melamine). Also, the plant protein in grains and
soy
in pet food gets counted towards the total protein of the food, though our pets,
as carnivores, can’t utilize it. They are designed to get their protein from
meat, not plants. The holistic veterinarian and pet food expert Dr. Jean Hofve (www.LittleBigCat.com)
recommends avoiding all non-meat protein sources. She states that cheap
vegetable protein substitutes are inappropriate in the diet of a carnivore and
are used by the pet food companies only to increase profit.
It is especially important to avoid
grains with cats because they are “obligate carnivores” (must have meat to
survive). Their bodies are not designed to digest carbohydrates. Cats
need 70-90% meat (protein + fat) and cannot survive as vegetarians. Domestic
cats are descended from the African wild cat, whose natural diet was limited to
rodents, birds, eggs, reptiles and insects. This wild cat was domesticated by
the Egyptians 4,000 years ago to protect their granaries from rodents. The cat
was ideally suited to this task, since it did not eat grains. They
got their moisture from their food and not from
drinking water, as they lived in the desert. Their prey contains 65-75 percent
water. Cats do not have a strong thirst drive compared to other mammals so they
will not drink water until they are already dehydrated.
Yet today, most of us feed our cats dry
kibble that contain more grains than meat and only averages 10 percent water. Could this be why so many cats get kidney disease or Chronic Renal Failure
(CRF)? The new grain-free kibbles are not a solution either since they
lack water and the higher protein in them makes them even more dehydrating. They
still have a fattening starch in them such as potato or tapioca starch to hold
them together. The epidemic of obesity in our dogs and cats, which can
cause many health problems, is yet another reason not to feed our pets grains or
other starches (which are fattening to carnivores). Other health problems caused
by feeding dry kibble include urinary tract disorders and diabetes. One
vet called dry kibble for cats “diabetes in a bag” and holistic vets
state that diabetes can often be cured by taking the cat off of dry food.
To learn more about the optimum diet for
cats (and dogs), see our e-Book
and the CD audio seminarHow NOT to Kill Your Cat
or Dogby Dr. Jean Hofve.
Dr. Jean Hofve recommends supplements high in Omega-3 fatty acids and
antioxidants for
cats with kidney disease. Not only does BioPreparation have Omega-3 fatty
acids but it also contains Omega-6, Omega-9, GLAs (Gamma-Linolenic Acids), ALAs
(Alpha-Linolenic Acids), DGLA (Dihomogamma-Linolenic Acid), DHA (Docosahexaenoic
acid) and more fatty acids. Just as important as these individual fatty acid
ingredients, is the fact that they are all in the proper proportions and dosages
that Nature intended animals to get. This is the
synergy found in whole food
products not present in isolated, extracted and man-made fatty acids
supplements. One can literally
imbalance the body further by
treating the symptoms with just an Omega-3 fatty acid supplement.
As far as antioxidants,
BioPreparation
contains some of the world's most powerful: beta-carotene, alpha-carotene,
gamma-carotene, lycopene, lutein, beta-cryptoxanthin, zeaxanthin, and
astaxanthin. Astaxanthin has 500-1000 times the antioxidant capacity of
Vitamin E, greater anti-inflammatory capability than Vitamin E, 40 times
the antioxidant capacity of beta-carotene and almost 4 times the
antioxidant capacity of lutein. The antioxidants in BioPreparation are so
good, we saw a mast cell cancer
tumor on a dog disappear in ten weeks using only 1.5 capsules/day.
Here are some case studies from
customers whose cats had CRF (Chronic Renal Failure) and used
BioPreparation.
BioPreparation Case Study 1—Chronic Renal Failure (CRF)/
Kidney
Disease
Chronic
Renal Failure (CRF)
or
kidney disease
is so prevalent in older cats today, this case study is so important from a
preventative and management perspective. Here is Kent's story:
It was nearly 17 years ago when I brought home 3 adorable Himalayan kittens:
Rocky, Kasey and Chanda. Rocky and Kasey littermates and Chanda had the same
father. For their entire lives I gave them the best care I knew of —
following the advice of a respected, well-established veterinarian clinic, I
gave them the highest quality food touted on the market like Iams and Hills
Science Diet and lots of TLC!
This past summer I learned the other side of pet ownership. In August 2006,
we learned Rocky had intestinal cancer and within 4 weeks he was gone. One week
later, I took Kasey in for a senior screening and learned he was in the advanced
stages of Chronic Renal Failure (CRF). [Sigh] Kasey did great, however, and for
4 months we enjoyed some of the best times of his life! He really was mostly
“normal” clinically right up until the day before his death on Dec 25th.
Amazing!
Several years ago I had done some extensive study as a non-practitioner in
the area of human nutrition, supplements, antioxidants and free radicals and
their role in various diseases, cancer, and the aging process. I had thought
because the cat food bag said “Antioxidants” on the outside I was giving them
proper nutrition. I had much to learn. I began searching the Internet for
information related to cancer and CRF in cats and found myself once again
learning volumes on the role that nutrition, lifestyle and antioxidants play in
life—only this time it was related to cats. I started with Feline CRF
Information Center (www.felinecrf.com)
which is absolutely fantastic and filled with so much practical and helpful
information! On their site I discovered Little Big Cat (www.littlebigcat.com)
and the excellent work of Dr. Jean Hofve, DVM, who has turned her practice to
the extensive study of nutrition and lifestyle in cats. EVERY CAT OWNER NEEDS TO
STUDY THE INFORMATION ON HER WEBSITE!
Among the wealth of information I gleaned from Little Big Cat, two areas were
paramount. The importance of canned or wet food over dry food and an algae
product called BioSuperfood for whole food supplementation (www.optimumchoices.com).
I encourage you to read through the information on the above websites but here
is the short version of these two important points:
1. The
importance of canned or wet food (or even raw) over dry food—cats
are by nature arid (dry climate) animals and thus are designed by their Creator
to obtain the majority of their moisture from the foods they eat (i.e. birds,
mice, rats, etc.). Do the math—give your cats dry food and you are compounding
the dehydration factor which can lead to numerous health issues including but
not limited to CRF.
2. BioSuperfood algae supplementation—I don’t sell the stuff so you
can put your guard down right away as this is not an attempt to sell you
anything. From what I have learned, cats, being obligate carnivores, do not have
the ability to break down the cell walls of plants thus it is probably a waste
of time to give them fruits & veggies. However, the algae in BioSuperfood is
unique in that cats are in fact able to process it and obtain an incredible
pallet of antioxidants, essential fatty acids (Omega 3, 6, 9 and GLA oils), over
4,000 enzymes, vitamins, amino acids, all known minerals and trace elements,
etc.
What worked for Chanda: I continued to supply her with the dry food she
had been eating, and started putting the canned food out,
HealthyPetNet’s Instinctive Choice formulated by holistic veterinarian,
Dr. Jane Bicks. I carefully followed the suggestions of Russell Louie
of Optimum Choices, LLC (www.optimumchoices.com)
where he recommends starting BioSuperfood with only the amount that will fit on
the end of a flat toothpick and gradually increasing another toothpick measure
every 3-5 days or so. It took five months of patience and persistence,
throwing a lot of food away, but I had made the commitment up front, realizing
that 83 cents per can of food plus an initial bottle of BioSuperfood was a small
price to pay even if I had to throw much of it away during the first few months
because Chanda’s health and vitality is worth it! If it needs to be a fresh can
each meal, who cares? Again, 83 cents a can is a small price to pay compared to
the cost of veterinary care. I used glass Pyrex storage containers for their
food and water bowls as well as food storage of the canned food. In doing so,
you avoid the risk of leaching contaminants from plastic or metal containers
into the food and supposedly the food tastes better to cats.
Chanda today: despite having been diagnosed nearly 6 months ago as
being in the very early stages of CRF, her numbers/kidney values are stable, her
blood pressure is normal, eyes are clear, and clinically she literally has as
much energy and spirit as her earlier years, once again playing with her
toys and running through the house. She has such a soft and shiny coat that
everyone that meets her, whether a veterinarian, vet tech, stranger or friend
remarks about her soft coat! They simply cannot believe she is nearly 17 yrs
old (2006)!
Please realize I am not suggesting that switching to canned food or adding
BioSuperfood are “miracle” cures and I am not a veterinarian. I am simply
letting you know what my experience has been, in the hopes you will get the same
or similar results with your pet! I know Chanda will not be with me forever—I
may have weeks, months, a year or at most several years given the average life
of a cat is 15-16 years but I want however much time she has to be as enjoyable
and healthy as possible. Whether the above is adding years to her life, I do not
know but I do know it is adding life to her years!
BioPreparation Case Study 2—Chronic Renal Failure (CRF)/
Kidney
Disease
People always ask how long will it take to see results. Here is a CRF
testimony where results were seen after the first week. Further
progress was
documented by blood tests after less than three months on
BioPreparation:
My 17 year old cat, Brindee, was diagnosed with CRF in March. Her BUN was 48,
Creatinine Clearance 4.0. While researching treatment options I found
BioPreparation and
ordered it immediately. Within a week, Brindee had more appetite, energy and was
more social than she's been in years! Two months later her Bun was down to 42,
Creatinine Clearance down to 3.4! My vet was very surprised to say the least.
That's when I told him about BioPreparation. I'm documenting Brindee's progress.
I am grateful I found BioPreparation when I did. So impressed am I with this
product, I've added BioSuperfood to
my supplements and believe I will be able to reduce the number of individual
supplements I take daily, which in the long run will save me money.
T. Collins
Click on each page for Brindee's first blood test on 03/21/2007.
Click on page 1 for Brindee's second blood test on 06/02/2007.
It is significant to note that not only did Brindee's BUN
and Creatinine levels decrease by 11-15% in less than three months
but also many other critical values either increased or decreased as needed into
the normal range. BioPreparation is not given to make certain blood
values go up or down like allopathic drugs or even some
supplements.
BioPreparation simply supplies the body with super nutrition and lets the body
determine what is needed to heal. In this way, it is the genius of the body that
determines what should be increased or decreased to return to normal wellness
not the product doing the "healing."
BUN = 12.5% reduction
Creatinine = 15% reduction
Cholesterol = 11%
reduction
Na/K Ratio
decreased 14% into the normal range
WBC
increased 72% into the normal range
Neutrophils
increased 127% into the normal range
Lymphocytes
increased 18% into the normal range
Platelet count
increased 86% into the normal range
How did BioPreparation do all this? It didn’t. BioPreparation simply supplied
the body with the super nutrients of Vitamin A, B-complex, C, D, E and K,
essential fatty acids of Omega 3, Omega 6, Omega 9, Gamma Linoleic Acid
(GLA content is similar to early mother's milk),
Alpha-Linolenic Acids (ALAs), Dihomogamma-Linolenic
Acid (DGLA), Docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) and more fatty acids, over
4,000 enzymes, 10 essential amino acids plus 10 more, all known trace minerals
and elements, phytonutrients and thousands of other nutrients so the body
could resume near normal kidney function. BioPreparation did not
treat the symptoms but holistically balanced the whole body. When the endocrine and immune systems are holistically balanced, everything will work
like it should. BioPreparation is such a revolutionary product (concept) it is
100 years ahead of its time. Now
that’s true holistic wellness!
These results are individual case studies. We cannot
guarantee your animal’s results will be the same. Since each animal’s body
responds differently to the super nutrition in BioPreparation/BioSuperfood your
results will be different. These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA.
This information is not intended to diagnose, treat, prevent
or cure any
disease.
Which Product, Which Formula?
Dr.
Jean Hofve, a retired feline vet, used
BioSuperfood because she saw less
detoxing symptoms in cats. If your cat is sensitive, frail or has a delicate
digestive tract, then we would suggest following her protocol and use
BioSuperfood (people product)
because it is gentler and causes less detoxing in cats. BioSuperfood is more
slowly absorbed and stays in the body longer. See
Dr. Hofve's article on
Kidney Disease in Older Cats. However, BioPreparation (pet product) is more
therapeutic for animals, especially carnivores.
Dr. Michael Kiriac,
the inventor of BioSuperfood/BioPreparation, says chronic renal failure is a
degenerative disease that starts in the brain. By the time symptoms show up in
the kidneys, the disease is in the advanced stages. Therefore, the animal needs
the most therapeutic formula dedicated to animals,
BioPreparation-F3+.
BP-F3+ has more antioxidants that will compensate for the lack of kidney
function plus more super nutrition that will literally wake up the master glands
in the brain (specifically the hypothalamus gland). This latter point is what
can help chronic renal failure directly. If your cat is not sensitive and does
not have any irritable bowel symptoms or otherwise display a sensitive digestive
tract, we would suggest starting with BP-F3+. To compensate for any excessive
detoxing that might occur, we would suggest a
gradual introduction for cats
starting at one pinch per meal and working up from there. A medium size cat
typically only needs 1 capsule per day. This can be adjusted up or down
depending on the cat's size, constitution, sensitivity and symptoms.
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