Slippery Elm Bark For Cats With Kidney Disease

For a short while i had decided to try slippery elm bark for penny in lieu of using pepcid since i m a big fan of safe and effective holistic treatments.

Slippery elm bark for cats with kidney disease. Slippery elm bark is known for preventing or reversing damage to a cat s kidneys. Kidney disease and diabetes are common ailments in older cats. See also an article by dr. The tannins in the herb reduce inflammation and the oily mucilage components lubricate the digestive tract and assist in waste elimination.

The use of herbs in animals especially cats is often contraindicated. On the one hand it will answer 99 of your questions about kidney disease in cats but on the other hand it may seem a bit overwhelming to start with. Axe 6 and one on healthfully 7. Into a small saucepan place 1 2 cup cold water and 3 4 teaspoon powdered slippery elm bark.

Slippery elm bark is known for preventing or reversing damage to a cat s kidneys. However slippery elm is one herb that has been found to be safe for use in both dogs and cats and may be especially helpful in the treatment of kidney disease in cats 1. Author anitra frazier gives the following recipe for slippery elm bark syrup in her book the new natural cat which applies equally well to our canine companions when adjusted for weight. It also treats both constipation and diarrhea.

It is especially good for treating ailments affecting the bladder and kidneys and during renal failure. A note on using slippery elm bark seb which recommended by many lay people and cat experts on the internet and social media. Slippery elm is well known for its use as a protecting and lubricating herb for pets with gastrointestinal disease. Ask your vet about using miralax for your cat.

Slippery elm bark powder. Slippery elm bark is harvested from the stringy inner bark of the american elm tree. The part of the tree used is the inner bark which is soft and stringy. Including slippery elm bark esas aranesp epogen etc for severe anaemia.

We recommend that slippery elm bark not be given within two hours of medication. Slippery elm bark is harvested from the stringy inner bark of the american elm tree. Burdock root purifies the blood maintains fluid levels in the body and assists in normal kidney function. Whip with a fork to break up clumps.

It s important to make sure to buy it from a reputable source because some products are contaminated with bark taken from diseased trees affected with dutch elm disease. Simplest to use is the powdered form which can be purchased in bulk or pre packed in capsules at most health food stores. By jean hofve dvm. So i decided to look into herbal treatment and found an article on natural news website prevent or reverse kidney disease and renal failure in cats with slippery elm bark by jb bardot 1.

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