This comprehensive formula by Thorn Research Vet can be used for cats in all phases of life. It provides a broad range of ingredients, in palatable form, to meet the needs of cats. With modern processed food and pollution of food, water, and the environment, it is difficult to know whether cats are receiving the essential supportive substances that can promote their optimal health. By supplying Feline Basics early in life, or before a cat becomes ill, its quality of life can be enhanced.
Trace minerals (zinc, copper, and iron) are supplied as highly ab- sorbable picolinate chelates. Chromium is supplied as Thorne Vet�s patented UltraChrome. Vitamins B2 and B6 are provided in the active forms � riboflavin 5'-phosphate and pyridoxyl 5'-phosphate � for cats with hepatic dysfunction who cannot properly convert the standard forms of these B vitamins. Feline Basics goes a step further, providing vitamin B12 and folate in their active, tissue-ready forms � methylcobalamin (B12) and folinic acid and 5-methyltetrahydrofolate (folates). The formula is further enhanced by the addition of the essential fatty acid GLA (from borage oil), CurcuVET� (curcumin-phosphatidyl- choline complex) for hepatic support, methionine for liver de- toxification, and mixed flavonoids for extra antioxidant activity, connective tissue stabilization, and immune system support.
Older cats have an increased need for extra supplementation. As aging progresses there are a greater number of degenerating tissues. The addition of protein (whey protein) and specific amino acids can help geriatric patients by enhancing cardiac support (taurine) and gastrointestinal support (L-glutamine). The feline aging process adversely affects the brain, a result of the decreased production of neurotransmitters, decreased synaptic density, and degeneration of neuronal membrane in- tegrity. Phosphatidylserine positively affects neuronal mem- branes through support of the lipid membrane components and improves the amount and function of acetylcholine, norepinephrine, serotonin, and dopamine. Acetyl-L-carnitine supplementation results in increases in the neurotransmitter acetylcholine. Bilberry has been added for its beneficial effects on vision. Because aging animals are more susceptible to the detrimental effects of stress, the adrenal adaptogenic herbs Eleutherococcus and ashwagandha have been added to help modulate these effects.
Note: Geriatric patients may have a variety of problems that are relatively specific to the individual. In most situations, Feline Basics can be easily combined with other formulas, such as Hepagen-Fc, Arthroplex, Gastriplex, or MemoractivVET.
Ingredients: Taurine 50 mg Lactalbumin Protein 25 mg Curcumin Phytosome* (Curcuma longa extract (root) / Phosphatidylcholine complex) (CurcuVET�) 15 mg L-Glutamine 12 mg Ashwagandha extract (root) (Withania somnifera) 7 mg Bilberry extract (fruit) (Vaccinium myrtillus) 7 mg Coenzyme Q10 3 mg Acetyl-L-Carnitine (Acetyl-L-Carnitine Chloride)3 mg Mixed Bioflavonoids 3 mg Phosphatidylserine Isolate 2.5 mg Gamma Linolenic Acid (Borage Seed Oil Powder) 1.3 mg Calcium Pantothenate (Vitamin B5) 1.3 mg Niacinamide 1.3 mg Thiamin (Thiamin HCl) 1.3 mg Eleuthero extract (root) (Eleutheroccocus senticosus) 1 mg Pyridoxal 5�-Phosphate (Vitamin B6) 900 mcg Riboflavin 5�-Phosphate Sodium (Vitamin B2) 900 mcg L-Methionine 500 mcg Niacin 500 mcg Inostol 250 mcg Magnesium (Citrate-Malate) 130 mcg Zinc (Picolinate) 130 mcg Vitamin A Palmitate (150 IU) 83 mcg Iron (Picolinate) 60 mcg Potassium (Citrate-Malate) 25 mcg Chromium (Chelidamate Arginate)** 5 mcg Copper (Picolinate) 2.5 mcg Iodine (Potassium Iodide) 2.5 mcg Biotin 1.3 mcg Folate (5-Methyltetrahydrofolate) 1.3 mcg Methylcobalamin (Vitamin B12) 1.3 mcg Vitamin K1 0.3 mcg Vitamin D3 (3.75 IU) 0.1 mcg Inactive Ingredients: Hypromellose (derived from cellulose) capsule, Microcrystalline Cellulose, Natural Bacon Flavoring, Silicon Dioxide.
Dosage: Cats: 1 capsule daily
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