NOTE: Any herb or herbal formula is NOT to take the place of any orthodox medical treatment which may be required of an entity. As CSF, its employees or owners can be witness to the preparation and/or application of such information and/or product, no warranties are hereby expressed or proclaimed. The purchaser and /or user of the aforementioned accepts any and all responsibility for any and all results obtained by him- or herself or anyone to whom he/she gives, sells, etc. the information/product. The obtaining of the information/product is the obtainer's complete acceptance of these expressed conditions.
NOTE: To the best of my knowledge, few herbs are llisted as GRAS (Generally Recommended Accepted as Safe) for use by human or animal. The usage of herbal therapy in animals is not covered by the same laws governing dispensation to humans. Please contact your governmental officials to express your desire to change the rules governing the use in animals.
A FEW WORDS OF ADVICE WHEN USING FM11
SWELLINGS and/or ELUSIVE LAMENESS PROBLEMS - If you have soaked a swollen area in FM11 and see no improvement in the hom's movement, contact a veterinarian immediately. It is highly probable your horse has a greater physical problem than you initially realized. Xrays and/or ultrasound procedures may be required t o determine the extent of the damage. Be sure to inform the vet you are using FM11 as the healing rate may have been greatly increased.
FRACTURES - BOWED TENDONS - LIGAMENTS - In these cases, it is wise to use muscle testing and/or radionics to determine the amount of FM11 which should be given internally. We have found fractures in young horses under the age of 1 year require up to 16 ounces twice daily and older horses require up to 32 ounces twice daily, This amount is in addition to keeping the area soaked in the liniment. It has been shown it takes two (2) weeks to build up the chemical balance a body. At the end of 14 days, be sure to have the veterinarian re-examine the injured area by the use of xray and/or ultrasound. If there is no sign of improvement 'in the integrit y of the tissue, it is time to reassess the nutritional and/or therapeutic program.
SUTURE LINES -Do NOT apply directly to a suture fine. Instead, use a kotex or similar pad soaked in FM11 applied to the areas immediately beside the suture line.
HERBAL INTERACTIONS WITH ALLOPATHIC DRUGS - If at all possible, there should be 1 hour intervals between the times you use any herb in conjunction with an allopathic drug. For example, if you give herbs at 8 a.m., you must wait until 9 a.m. to use a chemical drug (i.e. bute, banamine, etc.) and vice versa. Herbal therapy has been shown in some cases to delete the drug's actions. You may have spent money on the drug without receiving its possible therapeutic actions.
HOCK PROBLEMS - Hocks are a difficult area to wrap. It might be of benefit to have your veterinarian wrap the hock. I have found if you cut the back out of the wrap at the point of the hock, the bandage often stays in place while the horse is free to walk around. If the wrap stays in place, just pull out the top of the bandage to give enough room to pour FM11 inside the wrap. As usual, try to keep the area soaked for 2 weeks as much as possible when not riding.
HOOF PROBLEMS - Try using a long piece of fleece halter tubing with a shoelace run through the center of the tubing. Put the FM11 soaked piece around the pastem/coronary band area, then tie the shoestring together. It should be loose enough to slide up and down the pastern but not so loose to come off the hoof.
FM11 Nutritional Suggestions Based on the Historical Use of Herbs
Ingredients: White Oak Bark, Black Walnut Hull, Marshmallow Root, Mullein Leaf, Scullcap, Indian Tobacco, Knitbone, Cayenne, Gravelroot
Properties Included but not limited to: Alternative, Anodyne, Anthelmintic (dewormer), Anti-arthritic, Antibiotic, Anti-inflammatory, Anti-rheumatic, Antiseptic, Antispasmodic, Astringent, Cardiac, Catalyst, Cell Proliferant, Cholagogue, Demulcent, Deterrent, Diaphoretic, Digestaid, Diuretic, Emetic, Emmenagogue, Emollient, Energizer, Febrifuge, Fungicide, Galacatagogue, Germicide, Hemostatic, Nervine, Nutrient, Refrigerant, Stimulant, Stomachic, Styptic, Sudorific, Tonic, Vermicide
Human and/or Animal Historical Usage of Herbs: Blood builder (anemia), Blood purifier, catarrh, cell proliferant, Ear problems (otitis media), Eye problems (purulent ophthalmalia), Farcy, Fractures, Hepatic inflammation, Inflammation (bruises, swollen joints, tendonitis, sprains, strains, mouth ulcers), Intestinal problems (ballooning, catarrh, constipation, cramping, diarrhea, enteritis, internal hemorrhoids, gastric or duodenal ulcers, prolapsus), Kidney problems (hematuria, inflammation , diuretic, dropsy, stone formation, gout, incontinence), Ligament problems (tears), Lymphatic congestion (glandular swellings, fistula), Muscle spasms, Nervous system problems (convulsions, central nervous system calmative, hydrophobia, hysteria, hyperactivity, insomnia, nervous exhaustion, neuralgia, twitching), Poison antidote (poison ivy, poison oak, venomous bites), Pulmonary problems (asthma, internal bleeding of bronchials & lungs, bronchitis, congestion, co ugh, expectorant, nasal catarrh, pleurisy, pneumonia, sinus, viral infections), Reproduction problems (leucorrhea, sterility, prostate gland, relaxed vulva, other diseases, sterility, inflamed uterus or vagina, prolapsus), Skin problems (abscess , hives, insect bites, ringworm, bums, dandruff, wire cuts, warts, ulcers, varicose veins, wounds, tumors), Throat problems (hoarseness, sore ulcerated), Ulcer (internal &- external), Weight Gain.
NOTE: This formula is NOT to take the place of any orthodox medical treatment which may be required of an entity. As CSF, its employees or owners can be witness to the preparation and/or application of such information and/or product, no warranties are hereby expressed or proclaimed. The purchaser and /or user of the aforementioned accepts any and all responsibility for any and all results obtained by him- or herself or anyone to whom he/she gives, sells, etc. the information/product. The obtaining of the information/product is the obtainer's complete acceptance of these expressed conditions.
I Feed: Based on a similar human product, a 150 lb. human would take 2-4 capsules or 1-2 eyedroppers up to 4 times daily of most herbs. More may be required for serious problems. Muscle testing will aid in determining amount required daily.
Application Suggestions: Soak cotton wraps in liquid before applying to an area. May be used under saran wrap and standing bandages. Some persons mix 8 ounces DMSO in 1 gallon liquid mixture to apply topically. The use of DMSO should be undertaken with great caution. Please discuss the dangers involved in the usage of DMSO with a qualified medical authority.
Preparations: Place 2 gallons apple cider vinegar and 11 ounce herbal packet in a 5-gallon container. Fill with water to make a total of 5 gallons liquid. Cap tightly, Allow to stand at least 24 hours before-using. Strain as required.
FM 10 (MARES)
Nutritional Suggestions Based on the Historical Herbal Usage by Man.
Main Ingredients Include: Red Raspberry Leaves, Licorce Root, Kelp, Wild Rose Hips
Historical Uses Include:Blood Builder, Circulatory Aid, Energizer, Gastro-Intestinal Problems (digestaid, nausea, carminative, dysentery, stomachic), Glandular, Hormonal Regulation, Oxidizer, Reproduction Problems (uterine tonic and strengthener, muscle contraction strength, fertility), Tonic (sense of well-being, general body functions), Vulnerary
Preparation Suggestions: Mix herbal packet in a 5-gallon container with 2 gallons apple cider vinegar and 3 gallons water (distilled water is best). Allow the mixture to set for a minimum of 24 hours before use. Shake well before removing any of the liquid from the 5-gallon container. The vinegar is a preservative. Failure to fully mix the combined liquids may result in spoilage if the vinegar is removed.
I Feed: Based on a similar human product, a 150 lb. woman would take 2-4 capsules or 1-2 eye droppers up to 4 times daily depending on the severity of the situation. Supplementation should begin 2 months prior to breeding. Supplementation may continue throughout pregnancy and continue for at least 2 months after giving birth, The addition of False Unicorn Root and/or Crampbark may be needed in extreme cases with a history of miscarriage.
Performance Mares: I give this formula on a daily basis to my show mares. If I desire to regulate the heat cycle to a greater degree, I add 2 liquid ounces of Black Cohosh twice daily for 2 days only at the first signs of heat. This is the same manner I attempt to short cycle any mare -whether it is for breeding or show purpose. Thus, my broodmares are in heat when I'm ready to breed. And my show mares are not in heat during competition.
NOTE: This formula is NOT to take the place of orthodox medical treatment, which may be required. As CSF, its employees or Candace M. Hoke, O.A., N.D. are not witnesses to the preparation and/or application of such historical information and/or product, no warranties are hereby expressed or proclaimed. The purchaser and/or user of the aforementioned accepts any and a responsibility for any and all results obtained.
Chondroitin sulfate supplements are currently being marketed which state they are for "Providing Nutritional Support for Healthy Joints and for Discomfort from Stress or Injury". Most of these supplements contain the following ingredients listed from most to least per scoop or recommended daily maintenance amounts. I have included some of the historical usages of each herb for human and/or horse.
1.White Willow Bark: aspirin substitute, anodyne, anti-inflammatory, anti-arthritic, anti-enteritic, anti-rheumatic, blood thinner, colds & flu, febrifuge, internal hemostatic (nosebleeds, etc.), to ease muscle tension, gout, pleurisy, refrigerant, sciatica, to relieve ovarian congestion, tonic for general debility, applied to wash burns, sores, etc.
2.Bromelain:digestaid
3.Pectin: polysaccharids in plants where they act as binders to hold adjacent cell walls together, apple pectin shows antibacterial properties on gram-positive & nonspore forming gram-positive bacteria including Salmonella typhi & Escherichia coli from the former & Staphyloccoccus aureus from the latter, aids in lowering serum cholesterol & triglycerides (bran lowers level by limiting lymphatic absorption of them), increases excretion of heavy metals from the body
4.Feverfew: anodyne (inhibits production of Prostaglandins), aspirin substitute, arthritis, bronchitis, carminative, colic, del irurn tremens, expectorant, febrifuge, migraine headaches, Parkinson's disease, pulmonary to ease lung congestion & inflammation, stomachic to ease colic, stomach inflammation & gas pains. NOTE: There is an allergic reaction to this herb if general inflammation of mouth & tongue occurs; discontinue use of this herb.
5.Kelp or Chorelia: iodine su bstitute, anodyne, anti-arthritic, zinc & iron aid in relieving tissue inflammation & pain of lower extremities, blood builder & purifier, cardiomyopathy, energizer as supplies hormones needed for energy production, glandular imbalances including thyroid, pineal & pituitary, mineralizer, nutrient, oxygenator, reproduction hormonal balance.
6.Devil's Claw: anti-arthritic, anti-rheumatic, pharmacological studies in animals & humans show anti-inflammatory & analgesic effects comparable to phenylbutazone though up to 4 times stronger.
7.Alfalfa: alternative, anodyne, anti-arthritic, joint lubricant, soaks up uric acid & lactic acids, absorbs cholesterol, absorbs bile salts & radioactive materials, deodorant,anti-diabetics digestaid, diuretic, emollient, galactagogue, glandular, triacontanol is a plant growth regulator to increase growth & yield, hemostatic, nervine as rich in B complex vitamins needed for the nervous system to function properly, nutrient, mineralizer, to prevent excess perspiration, sorbefacient, tonic, poison absorbent, nervous depression.
8. Chamomile:anodyne, anti-inflammatory, antispasmodic, febrifuge, proven to dissolve kidney stones, sore muscles, nervine for nervous exhaustion, sedative, bruises & sprains, stomachic t o ease upset stomach or to increase appetites, blood purifier, dyspeptic, gum inflammation in animals, pulmonary congestion, used in tonics for poor conditioned animals (to aid in improvement of dull hair, weight loss, unhealthy skin, fatigue, etc.) due overwork, poor digestion or poor feed.
9.Valerian: anodyne, anthelmintic (pinworms), antispasmodic for backache, migraines, muscle spasms or knots, fatigue, expectorant, nervine for anxiety, hysteria or tension, neurasthenia, sedative, valium alternative
10.Yucca:anti-arthritic, emollient, joint lubricant, rheumatism
11.Safflower: blood builder, diuretic, digestaid, diaphoretic, nervine, stomachic.
12.Rosemary: anti-arthritic, antispasmodic, cardiac tonic, cholagogue, diaphoretic, emm enagogue, nervine for migraines, high magnesium source for frayed nerves or epilepsy, oxygenator, rubefacient, sedative, stomachic to calm nervous stomach due to tension, liver problems, insecticide, hair growth, gastritis
13.Cayenne: catalyst, cardiac, circulatory problems, diaphoretic, digestaid, energizer, glandular swellings, hemostatic for arterial bleeding, pericarditis, pleuritis, stimulant, sinus, shock, stomachic for colic, cramps and/or pain, sialogogue, tonic
14.Hydrangea:antilithic to prevent, dissolve & ease stone passage in kidney & bladder, antiseptic, arteriosclerosis, anti-arthritic to oxala te calcium deposits, cathartic, diaphoretic, diuretic, to ease mucous irritation, alkaline or bloody urine due to kidney and/or bladder problems, phosphaturia, rheumatism, solvent, tonic.
15.Irish Moss (Chondrus crispus): contains up to 90% mucilage, carragheen (pectin), sulphur forms of sodium, potassium calcium & magnesium; phosphates, chlorides, iodides, bromides, carrageenan (gum or hydrocolloid) to coat the stomach or colon to give healing relief from inflammation or pain, vitamins A & B 1, phosphorus, copper, soluable nitrogen, boron, aluniinun-4 & arsenic; also used for bronchitis, coughs, demulcent, diarrhea, dysentery, kidney & bladder problems, mineral izer, nutrient. Note: valerian is a sodium antidote if the blood pressure rises slightly due to this herb's sodium content.
16.Burdock: may contain as much as 50% inulin or alanatin, a double compound hydrocarbon which is needed to manufacture new muscles & tissues, inulin satisfies the demand for food as it cleanses the body of impurities, alternative, antibiotic, antiscorbutic, antiseptic, anti-arthr itic, antitumor alkaloids, blood purifier, to remove internal catarrh, diaphoretic, diuretic, lymph cleanser, pulmonary, rheumatic, skin disease, for glossy skins & hair coats of animals.
17.Lemon Balm: antiputrescent, cardiac against palpitations, chest congestion, diaphoretic, febrifuge, galactagogue, sedative, stomachic, sudorific, tonic for tiredness, uterine disorders by aiding in the preventing abortions & elimination of retained after-birth
18.Nettle: anthelmintic, antiseptic, appetizer, astringent, blood purifier, catarrh, circulatory stimulant, diuretic, fibrin solvent, galactagogue, hepatic inflammation, hemostatic for nosebleeds, kidney & bladder stone solvent, mineralizer, mucous colitis, phitis, pulmonary for bronchitis, asthma, colds, pleurisy, clear up congestion & phlegm, rheumatism by reducing uric acid build-up, tonic.
I Feed: Maintenance amount of 1-2 tsp. twice day. (Approximately tsps. per 2 1/2 lbs. 400 tsps.)
NOTE: During cases of crisis, some individuals may require up to 2 TBSP CSFlex twice daily for a period of up to 2 weeks.
Milk Thistle Plus
HOMEOPATHIC DROPS
This formula contains Nux Vomica, Aconite and Belladonna. It is similar in composition to that of Bell Drops. It is used mainly for human abdominal pain. When used during times of crisis (i.e.colic), it may help reduce the painful episodes while I am waiting for the veterinarian to arrive. Some owners have been known to use it prior to competition. The recommended amount is 1/4 dropper every 10 minutes as needed for pain relief.
The Stableizer is a training device which works on the acupuncture points behind the base of the ears and under the top lip. Since my Wal-Mart shopping experience induced injury, I have found it to be helpful in some cases. It is used while schooling young and old horses.
For example, I use a medium (yellow) 1 on most horses to assist in a feeling of well-being when training horses to stand while being clipped, braided, load in a trailer or any other time I might be concerned of the horse's apprehension. When working with weanlings and some yearlings, I use a small (blue) Stableizer to aid in teaching them to accept standing tied, bathing, trimming, etc.
Normally, it does not adversely change the horse's athletic ability. Actually, I have found it improves the horse's performance as it is able to concentrate on the task instead of its surroundings by inducing a state of well-being without the use of drugs.
The size of Stableizer to use is determined by the width of the poll area of the horse. If you use the wrong size, you will not get the results you desire as the acupuncture points will not be engaged. The length of the nose is adjusted according to a set of pulleys. Hence, length of head is not important when determining size.
The Blue or Small is inches long. The Yellow or Medium is inches long. The Red or Large is inches long. Though we usually don't stock them, there are smaller ones (black) for miniatures and larger ones (Orange) available for draft horses. Be sure to contact us before attempting to order a black or an orange.
Saw Palmetto Berries
Many halter trainers use this herb in conjunction with the FM11 to aid in the building of muscle mass. I have found it helpful when dealing with debilitated horses. However, as with all steriods, natural or synthetic, you must be prepared for attitude changes. Some horses become more aggressive. There have been cases of fertility problems when given to mares. I suggest mixing and feeding the herb in the same manner as FM11. If some cases, I feed 1-2 teaspoons or up to 1-2 Tablespoons twice daily.
ECHINACEA
This herb has been shown to aid in human respiratory infections. Further research has shown the herb must be supplemented for 6 weeks before any chemical changes are found in the body. Hence, the use of Echinacea after the onset of a cold will not help the body. I suggest its addition to the feed of horses which are bleeders. Often, I mix and use similar to FM11 if I want to stretch out my dollars. Or feed 1-2 teaspoons up to 1-2 Tablespoons twice daily.
ST. JOHN'S WORT
This herb has been used as nature's Prozac. I use it when a horse exhibits signs of anxiety prior to competition. It has long been used for low back pain and sore feet. However, there are some side effects which can be dangerous. Too much of this herb will cause bowel upsets due to the magnesium content. Be sure to watch out for loose stools. Decrease the amount fed immediately if the stools become loose.
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