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Benefits of Rooibos & Mint

• Mint has come along with humans through the ages and with good reason. For millennia this herb has made its way into our food and drink, added fresh or dried, and when we consider its health benefits, we are fortunate it did.
• Tension – Mint can ease tension headaches and migraines. Now, there is very little research on whether dogs get headaches, but we know that they suffer tension-related aches and pains. Fortunately, mint helps with that as well. 
• Antibacterial – Mint is also another fantastic antibacterial and one of few that promote a healthy gut biome. Including mint in your dog’s diet will help ease digestive distress and cultivate a healthy digestive system.
• Allerties – Naturally, we can’t discuss mint without praising its efficacy as an aid in combating the symptoms of allergies. In addition, mint works wonders for a pup’s stuffy nose and can help clear up their sinuses. 
• Natural sleep – The parent of a new pup will be thrilled to learn that mint acts as a gentle, natural sleeping aid. What makes it particularly great for the task is that it has no narcotic effects and simply helps soothe your pup to a night of natural sleep.
• Rooibos roughly translates to “red bush”. It is native to South Africa, where rooibos enjoys popularity as a medicinal ingredient. It is also an incredible source of antioxidants. That is a property made all the better by rooibos’ other great quality, its lack of tannins and oxalic acid. Many antioxidant-rich plants come with the downside of those and other ‘unwanted’ ingredients. Another important trait of rooibos as a tea is that it lacks caffeine, critical to our four-legged pals.

Benefits of Diatomaceous Earth

• It’s a great ingredient with an awful name; let’s start by breaking down its pronunciation. The best way to wrap one’s mouth around this chunky word is to say ‘diet – oh – may – shus.’
• What does it do? But what is this fancy Diatomaceous Earth anyway? Well, for one, it is an incredible dewormer. That Diatomaceous Earth is a great digestive aid should come as no surprise. 
• What is it? What is it made of? Diatomaceous Earth gets made of fine microscopic skeletons of algae fossilized over millions of years. That may sound weird, but it’s such a fine grain that it is closer to flour than sand in its unprepared form.
• Note that Diatomaceous Earth comes in two forms. And we only use the best food-grade amorphous silica as approved by trusted global agencies like the EPA, USDA, and the American FDA.

Benefits of Coconut Oil

• Coconut oil has so many applications in nutritional health it could easily fill a book. However, we are most excited by its antimicrobial, antibacterial, and antifungal properties in pet nutrition.
• These qualities make coconut oil so effective in contributing to healthy skin and a glossy coat. That said, the quality of coconut oil plays a huge role in how effective it is. At VONDIS, we source our coconut oil exclusively from Sally-Anne Creed.
• The premium quality of the ingredients we use ensures the best results. And those results are plentiful. In addition to those mentioned above, coconut oil has a range of sworn-by benefits. 
• It can help ease inflammation. Obviously, that is good for cuts and scrapes, but the importance of combatting canine inflammation is often overlooked. That is because most forms of canine cancer are connected to inflammation to some extent. Furthermore, inflammation plays an active role in developing diabetes mellitus. 
• In addition to the anti-inflammatory properties of coconut oil, it also helps digestion, eases coughs, and it can also help eliminate odours.

Benefits of Spirulina Immunity Booster

• Spirulina is an underrated superfood. Once prohibitively expensive, we have sourced the best quality Spirulina at more affordable prices.
• This is one of those products that really does it all. Spirulina promotes general health and well being while targetting some specific health problems.
• Gut Heath –  In recent years scientists have begun focussing more and more on gut health and how it affects the rest of the body. Fortunately, much of that science applied equally to our four-legged friends. For one, we know the gut is its own basic nervous system that impacts the wellbeing of the main nervous system, the brain. If that were not enough, there is evidence that gut health impacts longevity in both dogs and humans. 
• Nutrients – Spirulina contains a wide range of essential nutrients. Such nutrients include proteins, vitamins and minerals. But what sets Spirulina apart from other supplements is how bioavailable those nutrients are. Bioavailability refers to how easy it is for your pup to absorb and make use of the nutrients in Spirulina. That is important when your pup’s body already works hard to make the vitamins and amino acids it needs. 

Benefits of Rosehip & Devil’s Claw

• Devil’s claw is a herb native to South Africa, commonly used to ease the symptoms of arthritic conditions. In addition, it helps ease joint pain, making it ideal for older dogs and large breeds that often suffer mild joint aches. 
• Rosehip is quite sweetly named for its origin, as it stems from the lower ‘hip’ portion of the fruit that grows on the wild rose, Rosa canina. Indigenous to parts of Europe, Africa, and Asia, the Rosehip extract has unique herbal properties that make it a formidable anti-inflammatory. It is also high in vitamin C, E, B, and other antioxidants that help combat cancer. Many people who suffer osteoarthritis of the hip, knee, hand, shoulder, and neck swear by rosehip extract as a natural and reliable pain reliever.
• Tumeric – One can’t overstate the medicinal properties of Turmeric. This super-spice originated in India and was used for centuries for its particular bite and vibrant yellow colour. But there is more to Turmeric than its striking yellow. Turmeric contains Curcumin, a compound with proven bioactive compounds that combat inflammation and promote brain cell regeneration. It can also lower the risk of heart disease and combat cancer. And that’s just a shortlist of the power of Turmeric.