Turmeric Benefits & Golden Paste Recipe
Cancer remains the leading cause of illness and death in our pets! But this amazing root can help you fight cancer and inflammatory conditions proactively — Turmeric.
Actually, curcumin is the active constituent we’re after and is quite a beneficial anti-inflammatory. Turmeric is part of the ginger family and offers many medicinal and health benefits.
We know that it has many antioxidant properties, supports the liver. offers relief for inflammation in the body, and may even help fight cancer in some cases through the destruction of cancer cells. It may offer relief of allergies and may aid in the prevention of cataracts. It may also be considered helpful in detoxifying the system of the body.
Choosing your brand of Turmeric is as important as choosing your choice of foods, essential oils and herbs. Many manufacturers are trying to cut corners or even create synthetic curcumin. The extraction process for curcumin includes ehtanol, but could be done with chlorine, ultrasound, microwave or carbon dioxide.
Benefits of Curcumin Include:
muscle and joint health
antioxidant, glutathione production, reduction in oxidative stress
heart health
weight management
insulin sensitivities / diabetes
cognitive function
skin health
cell & tissue health / may slow tumor growth
New research shows that the reduction of oxidative stress may be even more important to our kibble feeders due the high-temperature processes required for these foods.
New studies show that curcumin fed in the diet and paired with collagen and green tea extract offer even more relief to arthritis pain and improved mobility.
Bioavailability of Curcumin
in the purest form of turmeric, curcumin is not readily absorbed. Meaning it won’t offer you much benefit at all. So it’s important to make sure that you have a bioavailable version. Many new supplements are far superior at bioavailability than the raw spice, turmeric..
For better bioavailability, I am a big fan of Golden Turmeric from Young Living
Also it’s now been show that when curcumin is paired with collagen or green tea it has more bioavailability and works more effectively!
Suggested Dosing for Turmeric / Curcumin:
General guideline suggests a daily dosage of 50 to 250 mg, divided into two servings.
For small dogs (up to 25 pounds):
Low end: 50 mg twice a day — mild conditions
High end: 125 mg twice a day - more severe conditions
For medium-sized dogs (26 to 50 pounds):
Low end: 125 mg twice a day — mild conditions
High end: 250 mg twice a day - more severe conditions
For large dogs (51 pounds and above):
Low end: 250 mg twice a day — mild conditions
High end: 500 mg twice a day - more severe conditions
Monitoring for signs of adverse effects is crucial when administering any supplement, including turmeric. Signs that you may be giving your dog too much turmeric include:
Gastrointestinal upset: Watch for symptoms such as diarrhea, vomiting, or excessive gas.
Allergic reactions: Look out for signs of allergic responses, such as itching, redness, or swelling.
Changes in behavior: Monitor your dog for any unusual behavior or signs of discomfort.
Yellow Poop :-) If the body can’t process the turmeric it will pass through the liver into waste.
If you notice any of these symptoms, it's essential to discontinue the turmeric and consult with your veterinarian immediately. They can advise you on the appropriate steps to take and adjust the dosage as needed to ensure your dog's well-being.
We now often see turmeric given to our pets in the form of Golden Paste and it has many potential health and wellness benefits for humans and dogs. I use Golden Paste in meals for my senior dachshunds, and they love it. Poppy gets it too for the classic pittie knees, and she blew one before she was a year old! As an active runner, flirt pole player, adult dog, it’s good for her too. Hey it’s good for me too ... just wish I liked it as much as they do... so I use an essential oil-based supplement with turmeric in a gel-cap.
Golden Paste Recipe
1/2 Cup Organic Turmeric Powder
1 cup Green Tea Filtered With Filtered Water (Can I just tell you how much I love my Berkey)
1/4 Cup Coconut Oil
1 1/2 Tsp Freshly Ground Black Pepper
To get the added benefit of collagen — when stirring into your dog’s meal, add bone broth!
Mix Turmeric in a Stainless Steel Pot over low heat. Stir in water to make a paste in a smooth consistency. Do not boil. Turn off heat and as it cools stir in coconut oil and black pepper.
Store in a jar in your fridge. Use only glass jars and stainless utensils. It will stain everything yellow.
Some people will pour into small freezer molds and either give as a treat or thaw to add to food and other recipes. Turmeric or Golden Paste can be included in other recipes to make dog treats/
To begin introducing golden paste to your pet, introduce slowly to their food, with a gradual increase to determine tolerance and best results. If your dog’s poop starts to turn golden, he is not absorbing the product fully and you should back down on amount.
Small Dogs — 1/4 tsp
Medium Dog — 1/2 tsp
Large Dogs - 3/4 tsp
You can add Golden Paste to each meal and if needed you can make treats that contain Golden Paste to give you dogs doses up to 4 times each day.
It may take several day days to begin seeing results. Stick with it.
Learn More About other supplements to support dogs with joint health issues.
Check any current medications for possible interactions. Consult with your vet as needed and be sure to tell them about taking turmeric before any surgical procedures!
The food pictured is NDF2 from Volhard Dog Nutrition. with raw meat. Ask me about it!
cancer | joint health | inflammation | allergies