An integrative approach to treating cancer in animals with Dr Karen Goldrick - a podcast by Pure Animal

Dr Karen Goldrick is an integrative veterinarian with an impressive array of experience and education in the fields of acupuncture, Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), Western herbal medicine and integrative oncology. In this very interesting episode, we discuss Karen's approach to treating cancer from the moment she sets eyes on a patient, including implementing targeted anti-cancer therapies, supporting whole body health and empowering pet owners. 

Topics discussed include:

• The importance of managing owner expectations early


• Nutrition as the building block of health and the particular importance of diet quality and type for cancer patients 


• The ketogenic diet for dogs with cancer


• Supplements for cancer treatment, including fish oil, probiotics, antioxidants, melatonin and L-glutamine


• Intravenous vitamin C therapy; benefits and risks 


• The controversy of using antioxidants alongside chemotherapy and radiation therapy 


• Herbal support for cancer patients including medicinal mushrooms, TCM, curcumin, boswellic acid, milk thistle and green tea 


• Acupuncture for cancer care 


• Discussing end of life care with owners 

You can contact Karen directly at karen@naturalvet.com.au and All Natural Vet Care, where she practices, by calling (02) 9712 5844, emailing reception@naturalvet.com.au or exploring the website at http://naturalvet.com.au/.  

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