tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7685979597473858413.post6258411981963214182..comments2024-02-23T02:03:23.020-07:00Comments on The Eco Cat Lady Speaks: Hopeful Premonitions and Natural RemediesEcoCatLadyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15704811319510740473noreply@blogger.comBlogger26125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7685979597473858413.post-27515200737122457052013-02-18T20:03:07.589-07:002013-02-18T20:03:07.589-07:00It's got me thinking about using it more too.....It's got me thinking about using it more too... I just put some turmeric in the chicken soup that I made last night!EcoCatLadyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15704811319510740473noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7685979597473858413.post-9156858444043710402013-02-18T18:57:28.755-07:002013-02-18T18:57:28.755-07:00I'm crossing my fingers for Sputnick, poor kit...I'm crossing my fingers for Sputnick, poor kitty :) That's really interesting about the turmeric, I always suspected that something that brightly coloured must be good for us. I'm going to include it in my diet more.Economies of Kalehttp://www.economiesofkale.netnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7685979597473858413.post-19511714568879391122013-02-15T16:57:51.484-07:002013-02-15T16:57:51.484-07:00Wow! Your turmeric story is impressive. If your si...Wow! Your turmeric story is impressive. If your sister is interested in trying curcumin, she doesn't necessarily have to eat turmeric. In fact, I think that turmeric is only about 5% curcumin or something like that, so she might do better with a supplement - although some folks think that it's better absorbed if it's cooked in oil. But if you just google curcumin & cancer you'll be overwhelmed with information.<br /><br />Thanks for stopping by, and I'm sending my very best to you, your sister and your friend with the sick kitty. EcoCatLadyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15704811319510740473noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7685979597473858413.post-13737310307292714642013-02-15T16:43:29.349-07:002013-02-15T16:43:29.349-07:00in 2011, i had rotator cuff surgery. my doc knows ...in 2011, i had rotator cuff surgery. my doc knows i do not respond well with medication and am afraid to take anything. he suggested sprinkling tumeric on everything (as well as taking bromelein) and within 3 weeks post op, he said i had healed as if it was 4-6 weeks. <br />my sister is undergoing chemo for the second time in 15 months for ovarian cancer. i plan on forwarding her the link to this story. not sure if she likes tumeric, but if it helps, that would be great.<br />i also have a friend whose cat has cancer, i'm sending this to her too.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7685979597473858413.post-57750044266534217602013-02-15T13:05:57.821-07:002013-02-15T13:05:57.821-07:00Ha! CatMan is fond of saying things like: Well, th...Ha! CatMan is fond of saying things like: Well, the "natural" outcome for many common diseases is death. <br /><br />Thanks for your well wishes!EcoCatLadyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15704811319510740473noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7685979597473858413.post-5003867534733905432013-02-15T04:25:00.018-07:002013-02-15T04:25:00.018-07:00Whenever someone would go on about how everything ...Whenever someone would go on about how everything natural is good, my mother would grumble "curare is natural too".<br /><br />But, on the other hand, this just means that a lot of natural chemicals (from plants) have an effect on us (harmful or beneficial) and might be useful drugs.<br /><br />I'm glad you found something that might help Sputnik. Beste wishes to him!<br /><br />Rolien Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7685979597473858413.post-18467832696966219022013-02-14T11:13:04.649-07:002013-02-14T11:13:04.649-07:00Thanks Jes,
I'm doing my best to trust the un...Thanks Jes,<br /><br />I'm doing my best to trust the universe... Best to you and Stinky!EcoCatLadyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15704811319510740473noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7685979597473858413.post-54504477023008676542013-02-14T09:22:21.229-07:002013-02-14T09:22:21.229-07:00I believe fervently in natural cures and also in p...I believe fervently in natural cures and also in premonitions... they are the universe's way of making sure we're where we're meant to be to find what we need. Best to Sputnik, from Stinky ( the all-natural cat) and me. <br /><br />jesinalbuquerqueAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7685979597473858413.post-13881120410025237422013-02-14T00:23:48.405-07:002013-02-14T00:23:48.405-07:00Wait... you cured cancer without pharmaceutical he...Wait... you cured cancer without pharmaceutical help?!? I'd love to hear more about that!EcoCatLadyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15704811319510740473noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7685979597473858413.post-40729376118935930342013-02-14T00:22:22.383-07:002013-02-14T00:22:22.383-07:00Now this is exactly the sort of thing that my logi...Now this is exactly the sort of thing that my logical brain tells me. I'm just seeing patterns where none exist. My emotional brain on the other hand...<br /><br />Well, regardless of the source, I'm glad to have found something that at least might be making him a bit more comfortable.EcoCatLadyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15704811319510740473noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7685979597473858413.post-73403471897093981282013-02-14T00:21:10.786-07:002013-02-14T00:21:10.786-07:00You're right... it is helping me too. At least...You're right... it is helping me too. At least it's making me feel like there's something I can do for him rather than just sitting around waiting for him to die.EcoCatLadyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15704811319510740473noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7685979597473858413.post-46167386042983025622013-02-14T00:20:11.410-07:002013-02-14T00:20:11.410-07:00That is such a good point. There are plenty of &qu...That is such a good point. There are plenty of "natural" thinks that will kill you good and dead... arsenic comes to mind.EcoCatLadyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15704811319510740473noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7685979597473858413.post-70172292671204369232013-02-13T20:53:24.245-07:002013-02-13T20:53:24.245-07:00Whether it was intuition or something else, it'...Whether it was intuition or something else, it's a good thing you went to the concert. I'm pulling for Sputnik! As for natural cures and nutritional cures I swear by them. I have prevented losing a kidney, control an infection I received in a hospital and cured cancer with out pharmaceutical help. Good luck!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7685979597473858413.post-35318122396324200952013-02-13T06:13:44.813-07:002013-02-13T06:13:44.813-07:00I was going to make the point about all medicines ...I was going to make the point about all medicines originating in natural cures, and being careful not to lump all the snake oil into the 'natural so it must be good' box, but you and Connie already said it :-)<br /><br />So... premonitions? Nope. I <em>do</em> believe in coincidences. Human beings are 1) Really bad at judging probability, and 2) Really good at seeing patterns in random stuff. Also, unlikely things do happen, just less often than likely things (I have to quote Tim Minchin here: "People who say, 'There was a one in a million chance - it was a miracle!' significantly underestimate the total number of things that there are.")<br /><br />Your brain, obsessed with the health of your kitty, sticks a Sputnik-related thought into the middle of an internal dialogue about going to a concert. Since a less obsessed brain would not put those two things together, this strikes you as an odd thought, which makes it stand out.<br /><br />Cancer is very common and since there is no routine, reliable treatment, new developments in treatment are very interesting to all of us, so the chances of you having a conversation on this subject at any given social gathering are actually quite high.<br /><br />Put these two things together and the pattern-seeking human brain says, "Connection!!!" <br /><br />It was a coincidence, but I'm really pleased that you've found a promising new treatment for Sputty. I hope it proves effective.Rachelhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16619866897155085499noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7685979597473858413.post-89724677382803976702013-02-13T04:58:53.171-07:002013-02-13T04:58:53.171-07:00You say something that I think is very important. ...You say something that I think is very important. <br />"I think the trick with natural cures is sorting out the reality from the hype."<br />I think that we sometimes tend to forget that natural cures are chemicals also and aren't necessarily safe or effective just because they come from nature. The hard part is sorting things out as you said.Live and Learnhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13493777474885053903noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7685979597473858413.post-12145535620565052282013-02-13T03:38:18.144-07:002013-02-13T03:38:18.144-07:00This is definitely promising news. Sounds like it...This is definitely promising news. Sounds like it's working on you too, by lifting your spirits & relieving a modicum of stress over Sputty's illness. <br /><br />Many of our modern drugs originated in natural sources. And I agree there are miracle drugs that aren't much more than the old snake oil scams. But there are charlatans and crooks in every field working alongside dedicated, honest folks as well.<br /><br />I don't believe in coincidence, but on the other hand I'm not a metaphysical believing person. There is a wealth of information out there that we miss. If we aren't open (and listening) we may miss it. It's important to absorb the messages constantly bombarding us and use what information can possibly impact our lives in a positive & helpful way. For me, it's all about paying attention. <br /><br />Fingers crossed and good vibes for Sputty and you. Connie, Orlandohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03352603326494248659noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7685979597473858413.post-27008989770289070812013-02-12T21:44:42.325-07:002013-02-12T21:44:42.325-07:00I think the trick with natural cures is sorting ou...I think the trick with natural cures is sorting out the reality from the hype. I mean most of our medicines originally came from natural sources - like aspirin comes from willow bark - so it totally makes sense that there are others out there that we haven't discovered yet. And since I don't think you can patent a naturally occurring substance, our modern economy leaves little incentive for anyone to make the financial investments necessary to sort out what works and what doesn't. <br /><br />Thanks so much for your well wishes - I'm keepin' my fingers crossed!EcoCatLadyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15704811319510740473noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7685979597473858413.post-48432721926363276412013-02-12T21:40:47.820-07:002013-02-12T21:40:47.820-07:00I'm also investigating something called Essiac...I'm also investigating something called Essiac tea. It's a blend of herbs that can supposedly shrink tumors. Most of the studies I've read say there's no evidence that it works, but my former vet (former because she retired) was a holistic practitioner and she swears by it. She sent me a few links to studies showing a positive response so we may be trying it as well.<br /><br />And I gotta say - searching for kitty pictures for my posts is really one of my favorite parts of blogging!EcoCatLadyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15704811319510740473noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7685979597473858413.post-82101875077961145172013-02-12T21:37:07.150-07:002013-02-12T21:37:07.150-07:00I'll keep you posted! Somehow it's comfort...I'll keep you posted! Somehow it's comforting to think that it was "meant to be." Sorta like a message from the universe to trust my gut.EcoCatLadyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15704811319510740473noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7685979597473858413.post-34905194550928859192013-02-12T21:34:44.475-07:002013-02-12T21:34:44.475-07:00It's always exciting for me when I see this so...It's always exciting for me when I see this sort of stuff backed up by actual scientific studies like in this case. I agree that good food is the best medicine.EcoCatLadyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15704811319510740473noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7685979597473858413.post-75378472687891149722013-02-12T21:33:48.044-07:002013-02-12T21:33:48.044-07:00Hmmm... I think I saw both studies suggesting that...Hmmm... I think I saw both studies suggesting that curcumin could cure ulcers, and that it was contraindicated because it can promote bleeding, so I'd say proceed with caution and maybe ask a doctor. Good luck, and thanks for the high hopes. :-)EcoCatLadyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15704811319510740473noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7685979597473858413.post-9581036704484937702013-02-12T20:44:46.395-07:002013-02-12T20:44:46.395-07:00I, too, totally believe in natural cures. I, also ...I, too, totally believe in natural cures. I, also believe there are a lot of natural preventatives as well. Even my MD says the modern medicine is finding more and more connections to ancient and homeopathic cures as time goes on. I wish you the best of luck with the curcumin treatmen and hope the best for little Sputnik.Cperzhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09062444081488414888noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7685979597473858413.post-76314984741379815572013-02-12T20:42:45.043-07:002013-02-12T20:42:45.043-07:00I am so happy to hear about the new treatment for ...I am so happy to hear about the new treatment for Sputnik.I believe very strongly in natural healing.I have been studying about herbs, growing them and using them and I hope this treatment will help your kitty.I will be doing some research on it<br />I believe when you put a question(of sorts) out into the universe most of the time you will get a reply<br />I love the kitties in your posts...they keep me in the funny<br /><br />MarieAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7685979597473858413.post-18676646371279606852013-02-12T18:26:25.861-07:002013-02-12T18:26:25.861-07:00I absolutely believe in natural cures. I always l...I absolutely believe in natural cures. I always look there before seeing a doctor. It sure seems you were meant to be there that night. Let us know how he is doing. I am pulling for you both!Karen and Alhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15284661066870109259noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7685979597473858413.post-50644693173628111252013-02-12T18:19:55.633-07:002013-02-12T18:19:55.633-07:00Very exciting! After watching Forks over Knives, I...Very exciting! After watching Forks over Knives, I really believe that what we eat can improve our health. And if it works for people, then it probably works on animals, too - right? So glad Sputnik is feeling better :)Amandahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05307066665335899370noreply@blogger.com