A key role in the prevention, control and treatment of malignancies in dogs has clearly been pointing to the nutrients which they receive in their diets. It has finally become accepted by many health care professionals, that nutrients are certainly a large part of the treatment protocol for preventing cancers.
When treating cancer, if micro nutrients are joining the treatment plan, the remaining therapies such as surgery, chemotherapy, radiation therapy and biologic responsive modifiers, all become incredibly effective. Adjuvant therapeutics is the amalgamation of any nutrient used with other methods of anticancer treatments.
Cancer has many consequences. A very significant metabolic result is Cachexia. In spite of sufficient nutritional consumption, there is a consistent loss of weight. In response to treatment, this condition lessens the survival time and reduces the beneficial results. Cachexia causes shifts in the dog's metabolic system before the condition is recognized.
There are three different periods of cancer Cachexia. In the first period, there are no noticeable signs of the disease. There are however, biochemical changes and alterations in the amino acids taking place. Entering into the second period of this disease, the dog will become anorexic, lose weight and have decreased energy. Now into the third period of the disease, the dog is weak, debilitated, and has lost protein and carbohydrate stores from their body.
Unfortunately, the physical effects of the cancer and the alterations in the metabolism, cause these dogs to waste away. It is the carbohydrate metabolism in these dogs with cancer, that has the greatest metabolic impact. Some scientists believe that a diet high in simple carbohydrates increases the amount of lactate produced. This excessive energy is then used by the host to convert the lactate. This is damaging for dogs with cancer.
The host becomes compromised from the cancer feeding off of the carbohydrates. There is a tendency for tumors to manifest amino acids for their energy source via glycogens. Numerous body functions are influenced by these changes. The immune response, gastrointestinal function and surgical healing is the most upset by these alterations.
The host and the cancer cells both compete for the amino acids. If the diet cannot supply the need, the malignant process takes them from the host. High quality amounts of proteins should be provided. Amino acids like arginine and glutamine really benefit the host by helping the immune system and reducing gastrointestinal toxicity for dogs with cancer.
Loss of fat causes most of the weight loss in dogs with cancer cachexia. Dogs with cancer will benefit from reduced simple carbohydrates and increased fat in their diets. Alterations in the dog with cancer can be minimized with the addition of N-3 fatty acids in their diets. The adverse effects of radiation are reduced by these as well as them having an anticancer effect.
A dog with cancer needs to be assessed for what amount and for what type of nutrients they should be getting. Cancer cells can be regulated by Retinoids. These agents work great by themselves or in conjunction with other agents when treating certain types of cancers. Studies have shown a significant impact when they are utilized.
Vitamin C has the most potential in preventing malignant disease as well as in treating certain cancers. Vitamin C could be an alternative for overcoming drug resistance in certain cancer cells. It has been known to prevent cancers of the esophagus and stomach.
One of the great capabilities of Vitamin E is its tendency to block mammary tumors and colon cancer. In the makeup of Vitamin E, it has chemo-preventative properties which work against various malignancies. In studies that were done on dogs, it was shown that some had a complete remission in cancer and others had a 50% reduction in tumor size.
Also suggested as chemo-preventive or anticancer agents are the minerals; copper, zinc, magnesium, calcium, lead, iron, potassium, sodium, arsenic, iodine, germanium and selenium. In addition to these, numerous amino acids have been used for inhibiting tumor growth.
Another helpful enzyme is L-asparaginase. This has been used in treating lymphomas and leukemia in dogs. Another anticancer alternative is garlic extracts. This has been used on animals that have been subjected to carcinogens.
To reduce the chances of your dog getting cancer, feed them a holistic diet that is rich in fresh foods and supplements, and free from preservatives, additives and chemicals. All this will support the body and reduce the impact if they do get cancer. Turmeric or green tea should be added to their foods daily. These are anticancer herbs that have been used for centuries.
Watch for the potential signs of cancer. Listed here are some of them: persistent discharges, difficulty urinating or defecating, loss of enthusiasm, stiffness or soreness, breathing difficulties, lethargy, odors, sores that won't heal, instant weight loss, lumps and bumps, or a fussy appetite.
It is very important to greatly reduce the carbohydrates in the diet and to increase with fats and proteins. The best fats to add are fish oil (preferably salmon) and cold pressed flax oil. Some anticancer foods are beetroot, broccoli, parsley, berries, apples, pears, peaches, plums, cabbage, sage, garlic, yams, cauliflower, shitake mushrooms, green and orange vegetables, yogurt, fish, carrots, watermelon, spleen, fresh thymus and extracts. Feed approximately 60% meat and 40% vegetables.
Supplement the dogs diet with Vitamin C, Vitamin E, Co enzyme Q10, Omega-3 fatty acids, and digestive enzymes. All anticancer diets are from fresh foods or home cooked foods. Good nutrition is extremely important in anticancer diets. You can dramatically increase the lifespan of your dog by feeding them a top quality diet. Thy food is thy medicine.
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