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Amaranth Powder - Ancient Seed Grain & Complete Protein - Gluten & Wheat Free

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AMARANTH POWDER* - THE PETZ KITCHEN - Ancient Seed Grain and Complete Protein - Gluten and Wheat Free

AMARANTH is an ancient Peruvian seed, super food and nutritional power food, also referred to as Kiwicha and golden grain.? AMARANTH has been farmed in Peru for over 4000 years as a sustainable, staple crop and is grown and harvested in the Andean inter-lowland and highland valleys, at elevations between 6000-11000 feet.

AMARANTH is a nutrient dense complete protein and gluten free nutritional power house, containing essential amino acids, including lysine, cysteine and methionine, which are typically lacking in modern diets. Amaranth is considered a potential protein for dogs with allergies to other protein sources.

As a complete protein, it is an ideal addition to both meat based and vegetarian diets. Both water and fat soluble, AMARANTH can be cooked, baked or popped and can be added to all types of diets.

>Traditional medical systems include use of AMARANTH:

for heart health and heart disease

to help control high cholesterol

to help support blood sugar levels

to help soothe the digestive system

for fevers

for internal ulcers

for wound healing

for general anti-inflammatory support

to help soften skin

for anti aging

for energy

for vitality

While AMARANTHis usually recognized as an ancient seed grain (gluten and wheat free), and for its super food nutritional content, it also contains a variety of nutritional and medicinal potential health benefits. Both water and fat soluble, AMARANTH can be cooked, baked or popped and can be added to all types of diets.

>Natural healthy plant chemicals of AMARANTH include

Antioxidants

Essential amino acids

Protein

Fiber

Phytosterols

Phenolic acids

Carotenoids

Flavonoids

Trace minerals, including high amounts of iron as well as phosphorous, magnesium, zinc, copper and manganese

Squaline

Calcium

Vitamin A

Vitamin C

AMARANTH, also known as Kiwicha, contains squalene, an organic compound found in some plants, which may act as an anti-cancer agent and may be cardio-protective as well as may help lower LDL (bad) cholesterol and triglycerides.

>Documented, researched plant actions of AMARANTH include

Antioxidant

Nutritive

Anti-inflammatory

Immunologic

Anti-hypercholesterolemic (to help lower cholesterol)

Anti-lipidemic (to help lower triglycerides)

Anti-carcinogenic

Cardio tonic (tones, strengthens and protects heart health)

Anti-hypertensive (to lower blood pressure)

Anti-aging

Blood cleanser

Anti-ulcerous

Vulnerary (wound healing)

Cytotoxic (anti-cancer agent)

Vitality and energy

Both water and fat soluble, AMARANTHcan be cooked, baked or popped and can be added to all types of diets and is suitable for use with all life stage of animals.

Available in 2 oz. Shaker, 4 oz. and 8 oz. bags, for dogs, cats and small animals.

Contraindications:

None documented. Likely contraindicated for pregnant and lactating pets.

Drug Interactions:

None documented.

Cautions:

None documented. Likely contraindicated for pregnant and lactating pets.

Direction for Use

Add powder to your dog or cat's meal daily.Best if added to canned wet food, home prepared meals and treats, raw, dehydrated or hybrid diets.

Pet's Weight Amount 1x Daily

Up to 24 lbs 1/8 tsp

25-50 lbs 1/2 tsp

51-75 lbs 3/4 tsp

76+ lbs 1 tsp

Use for at least 30 days to see initial results.