tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7685979597473858413.post7467679231692544664..comments2024-02-23T02:03:23.020-07:00Comments on The Eco Cat Lady Speaks: Kitty Update and More Herbal RemediesEcoCatLadyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15704811319510740473noreply@blogger.comBlogger20125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7685979597473858413.post-58870376241652629312013-03-20T13:57:20.418-06:002013-03-20T13:57:20.418-06:00OK... I have to ask. What's a "graphic no...OK... I have to ask. What's a "graphic novel?" Sounds sorta like a comic book for adults!EcoCatLadyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15704811319510740473noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7685979597473858413.post-759740907094969122013-03-19T18:57:33.245-06:002013-03-19T18:57:33.245-06:00I had not thought about homeopathy for years but j...I had not thought about homeopathy for years but just today I read the graphic novel "Science Tales" which has a chapter about it! I am a fan of Western medicine on an as-needed basis. Like some others, my main concern about plant-based remedies is the quality control and the nasty ingredients sometimes used as fillers. I am really happy that Sputnik is finding some relief and you get to have more time with him.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7685979597473858413.post-72916268105953670062013-03-18T13:27:59.829-06:002013-03-18T13:27:59.829-06:00Hey Jes,
You might want to do some further resear...Hey Jes,<br /><br />You might want to do some further research before giving either one to a cat with kidney disease. I'm not sure how they are metabolized and you wouldn't want to cause further problems. :)<br /><br />EcoCatLadyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15704811319510740473noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7685979597473858413.post-40749186882046904042013-03-18T13:26:40.554-06:002013-03-18T13:26:40.554-06:00Hi Denim,
With everything going on in your life r...Hi Denim,<br /><br />With everything going on in your life right now I can't believe you even made time to come read this! I hope you're hangin' in there.<br /><br />I'll send you an email with more info, but I got both at a local shop, although they're widely available online. I think Amazon.com has both.<br /><br />I opted for the original 4 herb variety of Essiac because I read somewhere that some of the newer formulations contain some herb (can't remember which) that has a very bitter taste.<br /><br />Take care of yourself!<br />xoxoxo,<br />CatEcoCatLadyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15704811319510740473noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7685979597473858413.post-14917493441594652822013-03-18T12:48:58.422-06:002013-03-18T12:48:58.422-06:00Thanks so much for the support. I have had great l...Thanks so much for the support. I have had great luck treating my migraine headaches with natural remedies. All the meds my doctors prescribed seemed to have terrible side effects and cause rebound headaches - so much so that I began wondering if the cure wasn't worse than the headache itself!<br /><br />With animals I worry even more about side effects from strong medications because they can't tell you what they're feeling and experiencing. I also think that there is far less information available when it comes to animals because so many people simply have the cat or dog put to sleep as soon as a serious medical situation becomes apparent. <br /><br />Anyhow, thanks again for the support!EcoCatLadyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15704811319510740473noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7685979597473858413.post-57883419358336108392013-03-18T12:45:34.591-06:002013-03-18T12:45:34.591-06:00You hit the nail on the head with the FDA regulati...You hit the nail on the head with the FDA regulations. It gets even trickier when you start talking about small animals, figuring out how to dose them can be um... challenging! Thankfully I've got a lot of Cat Lady friends who have blazed these trails for me! :-)EcoCatLadyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15704811319510740473noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7685979597473858413.post-5334388533408624572013-03-18T11:41:26.664-06:002013-03-18T11:41:26.664-06:00Ha! I hoped someone would get the Lost In Space re...Ha! I hoped someone would get the Lost In Space reference. :-)EcoCatLadyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15704811319510740473noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7685979597473858413.post-89576679678640263962013-03-18T11:37:53.421-06:002013-03-18T11:37:53.421-06:00Thanks Nicola, he really does seem to be enjoying ...Thanks Nicola, he really does seem to be enjoying life more. And he's beyond thrilled that it's been warm enough to have the windows open. :)EcoCatLadyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15704811319510740473noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7685979597473858413.post-11496952150016747082013-03-18T11:29:36.095-06:002013-03-18T11:29:36.095-06:00Wow, I've never heard of catnip tea. I do know...Wow, I've never heard of catnip tea. I do know that in cats, while smelling it makes them playful and crazy, consuming it is supposed to be calming, especially for tummy trouble.<br /><br />And I know what you mean about the name Tinkle Tonic... but it could have been sillier... how about Pee Pee Potion or Wizzy Wonder Juice? :)EcoCatLadyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15704811319510740473noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7685979597473858413.post-49491265023046263162013-03-18T11:23:19.659-06:002013-03-18T11:23:19.659-06:00I'm generally not a big fan of icing, but in t...I'm generally not a big fan of icing, but in this case I'm savoring every morsel. I'll be sure to give him a nice big smooch for you. Thanks so much for your support.EcoCatLadyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15704811319510740473noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7685979597473858413.post-61346546878551173482013-03-18T11:18:39.884-06:002013-03-18T11:18:39.884-06:00Thanks EK. And if water retains the memory of ever...Thanks EK. And if water retains the memory of every substance it's come in contact with... I'm thinking it must be suffering from a terrible case of PTSD! :) EcoCatLadyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15704811319510740473noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7685979597473858413.post-23611842935338912402013-03-18T09:31:46.977-06:002013-03-18T09:31:46.977-06:00I will look into the TT and Essiac as well. I'...I will look into the TT and Essiac as well. I've lost most of my cats to kidney problems. You go Sputnik, your human is doing well by you.<br /><br />jesinalbuquerqueAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7685979597473858413.post-13943330974411026602013-03-18T08:26:15.079-06:002013-03-18T08:26:15.079-06:00Could you email me as to where you purchased the T...Could you email me as to where you purchased the Tinkle Tonic and the Essiac?<br />I will talk to you later. I am really stressed from all that has been going on with me.<br />Hugsdenimflyzhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04737448177805751756noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7685979597473858413.post-38926641390673671312013-03-18T07:41:56.917-06:002013-03-18T07:41:56.917-06:00I could not agree more with you. I like herbals (...I could not agree more with you. I like herbals (although the only problem with them is they aren't regulated very well so the amount you get in a product might be more or less than it says it is.) Homeopathy---well, the science just isn't there. My husband is a pharmacist but we stay away from pills unless we just have no other choice. We'd much rather treat ailments naturally. <br /><br />So glad to hear your Sputnik is holding his own right now! Mrs. GVhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06131389157437066237noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7685979597473858413.post-67117891849292753262013-03-18T07:11:10.385-06:002013-03-18T07:11:10.385-06:00First and most importantly, Sputnik is better. Nex...First and most importantly, Sputnik is better. Next,the comments above pretty much sum up what I think. I have never understood homeopathic medicine although some of my friends swear by it. Placebo effect maybe? When discussing "natural" remedies this is what comes to mind. They are chemicals too so one has to be careful about taking them and their side effects just like any other medicine. The other problem is that since most of them are not regulated by the FDA, it's sometimes hard to know exactly what dose you are getting and if it's the same every time.<br /><br />With all of that being said, no matter what treatment you are using, you need to do your research just as you did and use your common sense. Sputnik is lucky to have you in his corner. Live and Learnhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13493777474885053903noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7685979597473858413.post-16791859907615865012013-03-18T04:25:39.301-06:002013-03-18T04:25:39.301-06:00I'm so glad to hear he's doing somewhat be...I'm so glad to hear he's doing somewhat better. I would certainly give those things a try. What have you got to lose?<br /><br /><br />and....no, I am not a robotKaren and Alhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15284661066870109259noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7685979597473858413.post-29705382153084579612013-03-18T00:21:29.594-06:002013-03-18T00:21:29.594-06:00I agree with your take on medicines/homeopathy, an...I agree with your take on medicines/homeopathy, and love the toilet cartoon too :)<br />There is no reason why the Essiac tea shouldn't work, given that medicines are chemicals, and plants/teas are chemicals too. It's just, like you say, that the teas and plants can't be patented and thus there is not as much research done on them, so you are sort of shooting in the dark a bit more.<br /><br />Really glad to hear that he's feeling better and enjoying life more- that's the main thing!NicolaBhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01542310810409358114noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7685979597473858413.post-87494575220868718332013-03-17T20:19:52.749-06:002013-03-17T20:19:52.749-06:00Okay, first this is a serious subject and I'm ...Okay, first this is a serious subject and I'm glad Sputnik is doing better but Tinkle Tonic just made me laugh, what a name! I'm really happy Sputnik is acting more like his old self.<br /><br />But to your question, no I don't think you are crazy for trying the Essiac tea. I would try anything myself to help someone I loved human or otherwise. When my youngest was diagnosed with ADD and I was pressured by the school to medicate him, big time problems, I went so far as to buy and give him catnip tea and capsules because I heard they had the same effect on ADD children as caffeine which calms them. He didn't like the taste of the tea, but insisted the capsules helped him concentrate on exam days. I don't know if they did or not, could have been a placebo-effect, but I was willing to try anything to keep the teachers off my back and help my son. Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7685979597473858413.post-1888025002807527712013-03-17T19:12:50.419-06:002013-03-17T19:12:50.419-06:00There's so much we (and doctors/vets) don'...There's so much we (and doctors/vets) don't know. Although some of the "logic" seems illogical (insert image of Spock here), if the Sputster is doing better - and if he's playing & doing less hiding - then I say keep doing what you are doing. Whether or not it's working or his body is healing iteself - who gives a shit. The results are what matters. Every ounce of time the two of you have is icing on the cake. Lots of hugs to both of you. And give him a kiss on his forehead from me.Connie, Orlandohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03352603326494248659noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7685979597473858413.post-49002548424386362432013-03-17T19:00:17.288-06:002013-03-17T19:00:17.288-06:00I pretty much agree with everything you've sai...I pretty much agree with everything you've said. I'm definitely on board with making the body healthier and in a better position to heal - I take supplements and eat things like fermented foods to make sure my body is in the best possible state to heal. <br /><br />However, when they start talking about "the essence" and using such tiny amounts, and having no peer-reviewed science to back it up (easy to do if it really works!), that it starts sounds like a farce. I particularly like the pic showing the toilet in response to water keeping the memory of the essence :)<br /><br />I'm glad that Sputnik is getting some relief, it sounds like you are being very sensible about his treatmentEconomies of Kalehttp://www.economiesofkale.netnoreply@blogger.com