Raw Remedies - Natural Health for People and Pets
Join Kara -a Functional Medicine Nurse Practitioner, Canine Nutritionist and Holistic Health Practitioner for both people and pets- each week as she discusses a natural approach to health and wellness. Using a root cause mindset to tackle chronic disease, and reaching for raw and natural remedies, this podcast dives deep into the illnesses that are plaguing both us and our pets each and every day. Our lifespan may be growing but our healthspan is shrinking, and it's time to make a change!
Raw Remedies - Natural Health for People and Pets
Full spectrum; full healing- unlocking the endocannabinoid system for pets & people with Angela Ardolino
In this powerful conversation, I sit down with holistic health advocate and founder of CBD Dog Health, Angela Ardolino, to unpack the myths, science, and life-changing potential of full spectrum hemp extracts (FSHE) for pets and people alike.
We dive into the realities of conventional medicine- quick fixes like Apoquel and Cytopoint that may stop an itch but leave the immune system suppressed and vulnerable. I share Bear’s journey through endless antibiotics, antifungals, and pharmaceuticals before finding real healing through diet changes and FSHE.
Together, we break down:
🌱 The Endocannabinoid System (ECS): The “master system” that keeps the body balanced but is ignored in conventional vet schools.
🌱 Full Spectrum vs. Broad Spectrum vs. Isolates: Why only full spectrum provides true healing synergy—and why isolates can even cause harm.
🌱 Safe & Effective Use: How bioavailability works (like applying hemp on the gums, ears, or paws) and why pets respond so well.
🌱 Conditions Supported Naturally: From allergies and arthritis to seizures, Cushing’s disease, anxiety, and even cancer—Angela shares real-life success stories.
🌱 Red Flags & Quality Checks: How to read a Certificate of Analysis (COA), what to look for in a trustworthy product, and why not all “CBD oils” are created equal.
Angela also opens up about her own healing journey with rheumatoid arthritis, I share personal stories of replacing ibuprofen with hemp, and we both highlight how hemp and mushrooms are not “supplements,” but true food-based medicine.
Chapters:
00:00 Introduction to Holistic Pet Care
01:39 The Importance of Medicinal Mushrooms
02:56 Personal Journey with Canine Health
06:56 Innovative Extraction Methods
11:30 Research on Canine Cognitive Dysfunction
17:32 The Senior Dog Study Overview
23:02 Clarity: The Mushroom Extract for Dogs
26:41 Transformative Stories of Pet Health
28:45 The Limitations of Conventional Medicine
31:23 Nature's Remedies vs. Pharmaceuticals
34:18 The Importance of Lifelong Learning in Healthcare
37:08 The Role of Nutrition in Pet Health
41:00 Research Insights and Future Directions
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