You may already be familiar with gemmotherapy, which is a branch of phytotherapy that uses the buds, young shoots and rootlets of plants macerated in a glycerine solution. It is a natural remedy commonly proposed in naturopathy to relieve all kinds of ailments, whether physical or emotional. But did you know that it can also be used in the field of natural veterinary medicine? Your pets also have the right to the best natural care. In this article, discover how gemmotherapy can help your beloved dogs.
Deux modes de préparation des macérats glycérinés
Préparation en D1 (au 1/10°) de la pharmacopée française
As soon as they are harvested, the plant embryos are put to macerate in a solution of alcohol and glycerin to obtain a 1/20° base macerate. After 3 weeks, this is filtered and then diluted to 1/10° with a water-alcohol-glycerin mixture. These are preparations that can only be found in pharmacies. They are low in concentration and suitable for smaller dogs.
Macérat mère ou macérat concentré
Prepared according to Dr. Pol Henry's original recipe, the plant embryo is macerated in an equal parts mixture of alcohol, water and glycerin. The advantage of this preparation is that it is used in low doses (economical and easy to administer) and is suitable for all types of dogs from pyoungest to oldest.
Durée moyenne d'un traitement en gemmothérapie animalière
For acute illnesses, the duration of the cure is generally 1 week.
For chronic conditions such as osteoarthritis or heart failure, generally, 3 weeks per month for 3 months or 5 days/7 is advised. In any case, it is important to keep a window without any intake to let the body rest. In fact, glycerinated maceratesare powerful drainers for your dog.
Présentation des macérats glycérinés les plus utiles pour votre chien
AIRELLE vaccinium vitis idaea, jeune pousse :
urinary antiseptic
regulates the transit in case of intestinal disorder (constipation or diarrhea)
limits the aggravation of an incipient cataract
AUBÉPINE crataegus oxyacantha,jeune pousse :
"THE heart plant: regulates and strengthens the heart, normalizes arrhythmias and blood pressure. Especially recommended in the older dog..
Diuretic property
AULNE GLUTINEUX alnus glutinosa, bourgeon
Circulation disorders of the aged dog en combining with ginkgo remedies.
BOULEAU PUBESCENT betula pubescens, bourgeon
antihistamine (anti-allergic)
hepatic drainer
immunostimulant
BOULEAU VERRUQUEUX betula verrucosa, bourgeon
anti-inflammatory: relieves joint inflammation
CASSIS ribes nigrum, bourgeon
adaptogenic remedy, is also used as a complement to other buds to potentiate their effects. To be given in the morning.
adrenal stimulant: cortison like
anti-allergic
anti-inflammatory
tonic
CÈDRE DU LIBAN cedrus libani, bourgeon
relieves mucous membrane irritation
calms itching and allergic dermatitis
CHÊNE quercus robur, bourgeon
toning action on the teeth
gingival healing
rehydrating in case of diarrhea
EGLANTIER rosa canina, jeune pousse fraîche
gently stimulates immunity
protects against ENT diseases
FIGUIER ficus carica, bourgeon
relieves stomach problems: gastritis, ulcer
regulates appetite
relieves nervous tension and anxiety
GENÉVRIER juniperus communis, jeune pousse
important drainer and liver stimulant
diuretic
tonic
start with small doses and gradually increase. Do not use on a long term basis.
HÊTRE fagus sylvatica, bourgeon
lowers urea levels
immune system regulator
antihistamine
MARRONNIER aesculus hippocastanum, bourgeon
decongestant of the anal glands and prostate in males
circulatory remedy
NOISETIER corylus avellana, bourgeon
lung drainer in cases of allergic rhinitis or bronchitis
PIN À CROCHETS pinus montana, bourgeon
relieves inflammatory rheumatism and arthritis pain
remineralizing
bone and joint regenerators (preventive)
ROMARIN rosmarinus officinalis, jeune pousse
hepato-stimulant
powerful hepatic drainer
RONCE rubus fruticosus, jeune pousse encore fermée
fights against arthritis with blackcurrant, hooked pine and red vine.
SAPIN PECTINÉ abies alba, bourgeon
remineralizing
promotes healthy growth
For lactating dogs.
Lung remedy in combination with rosehip glycerol macerate
SEQUOIA sequoia gigantea, jeune pousse
adjunctive therapy for prostatic syndrome of the dog.
TILLEUL tilia tomentosa, bourgeon
painkiller
useful in hyperactivity or hypersensitivity disorders
as a preventive measure before being welcomed into a pack or a new home
VIGNE vitis vinifera, bourgeon
against chronic inflammations
relieves osteoarticular pathologies
VIORNE viburnum lantana, bourgeon
asthma, rhinitis, bronchitis
Remember, natural remedies can in no way subtract from the advice and treatment of the veterinarian!! They can act as a supplement or prevention but not as an emergency.