{"product_id":"adored-beast-vital-defense-cellular-support-50g","title":"Adored Beast Vital Defense | Cellular Support 50g","description":"\u003cp\u003e“Chronic disease is rising and lifespans are declining... This product was created out of a very real need to protect our animals’ cell health.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e–Founder Julie Anne Lee, DCH RCSHom \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBENEFITS\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHelps support normal cellular growth \u0026amp; repair\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHelps support healthy cellular function\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSource of antioxidants that help protect against cell damage caused by free radicals\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHelps shield the cells from the harmful effects triggered by processed food, pollution, stress, pesticides, chemicals, second-hand smoke, medications, etc\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eINGREDIENTS\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePhytoplankton\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePhytoplankton is a single-celled organism that offers trace minerals, chrlorophyll, essential amino acids, EPA, fatty acids, proteins, carotenoids, amino acids and other nutrients. Superoxide dismutase (SOD) within the cell of phytoplankton has been referred to as the \"king of antioxidants.\" SOD is the first essential enzyme in the antioxidant pathway, which makes it the first sheiild against oxidative stress. With its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties, phytoplankton combats oxidative stress and protexts tissues from damage.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChaga Mushrooms\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKnown as the \"King of Medicinal Mushrooms,\" chaga is the second most antioxidant-rich food in the world next to cocoa. A nutrient-dense superfood, it features many valuable properties, including antioxidants, superoxide dismutase, polyphenols, triterpenes, phytosterols, and beta-D-glucans. Chaga has been used in traditional Chinese medicine for centuries, and today, doctors, alternative medicine advocates, and researchers are increasingly interested in its many health benefits.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpirulina\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpirulina is a type of algae that grows in fresh or salt water. It is rich in nutrients, including protein, vitamins, and minerals, and has antioxidant properties. It also contains vital essential amino acids. The antioxidant in spirulina, phytocynin, can help fight oxidative stress by blocking the production of molucules that promote inflammation and providing impressive antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effects.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFull list of ingredients\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"sc-bJBfJu eVDjFe pf-86_ pf-text-1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eActive ingredients per 2 scoops (156 mg):\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA proprietary blend of:\u003cbr\u003eChaga extract*\u003cbr\u003ePhytoplankton Blend:\u003cbr\u003e - Nannochloropsis gaditana CCAP 849\/5*\u003cbr\u003e - Chlorella vulgaris*\u003cbr\u003e - Tetraselmis chui CCAP 8\/6*\u003cbr\u003eSpirulina platensis*\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003e*Not less than 3 mg of each ingredient\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003eInactive Ingredients:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNone\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eINSTRUCTIONS\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"sc-bJBfJu eVDjFe pf-99_ pf-text-1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCan be given during or after mealtime once (1) per day according to your pet’s weight. Administer orally. This product can be mixed with food. Store in a cool, dry place. Stir well before serving.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePET\u003cbr\u003eWEIGHT\u003cbr\u003eAMOUNT PER DAY\u003cbr\u003e(1\/32 TSP SCOOP)\u003cbr\u003e5 – 15 LBS\u003cbr\u003e2 of the included scoop\u003cbr\u003e16 – 39 LBS\u003cbr\u003e6 of the included scoop\u003cbr\u003e40 - 59 LBS\u003cbr\u003e1\/2 TSP (16 of the included scoop)\u003cbr\u003e60 - 89 LBS\u003cbr\u003e3\/4 TSP (24 of the included scoop)\u003cbr\u003e90+ LBS1 TSP (32 of the included scoop)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"sc-bJBfJu eVDjFe pf-103_ pf-text-1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCautions:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Speak to your veterinarian before use if your pet has been diagnosed with kidney disease. If animal’s condition worsens or does not improve, stop product administration \u0026amp; consult your veterinarian. Safe use in pregnant animals or animals intended for breeding has not been proven.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"sc-bJBfJu eVDjFe pf-106_ pf-text-1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWarnings:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Not for human consumption. Keep out of the reach of children \u0026amp; animals. In case of accidental overdose, contact a health professional immediately.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"sc-bJBfJu eVDjFe pf-25_ pf-text-1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHOW LONG WILL IT LAST?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"sc-bJBfJu eVDjFe pf-122_ pf-text-1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAnimal's Weight\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"sc-bJBfJu eVDjFe pf-125_ pf-text-1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e5 - 15 lbs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"sc-bJBfJu eVDjFe pf-129_ pf-text-1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2 of the included scoop\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"sc-bJBfJu eVDjFe pf-132_ pf-text-1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e312 day supply\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"sc-bJBfJu eVDjFe pf-142_ pf-text-1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAnimal's Weight\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"sc-bJBfJu eVDjFe pf-145_ pf-text-1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e16 - 39 lbs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"sc-bJBfJu eVDjFe pf-149_ pf-text-1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e6 of the included scoop\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"sc-bJBfJu eVDjFe pf-152_ pf-text-1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e104 day supply\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"sc-bJBfJu eVDjFe pf-162_ pf-text-1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAnimal's Weight\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"sc-bJBfJu eVDjFe pf-165_ pf-text-1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e40 - 59 lbs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"sc-bJBfJu eVDjFe pf-169_ pf-text-1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1\/2 TSP\u003cbr\u003e(16 of the included scoop)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"sc-bJBfJu eVDjFe pf-172_ pf-text-1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e39 day supply\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"sc-bJBfJu eVDjFe pf-182_ pf-text-1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAnimal's Weight\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"sc-bJBfJu eVDjFe pf-185_ pf-text-1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e60 - 89 lbs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"sc-bJBfJu eVDjFe pf-189_ pf-text-1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e3\/4 TSP\u003cbr\u003e(24 of the included scoop)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"sc-bJBfJu eVDjFe pf-192_ pf-text-1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e26 day supply\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"sc-bJBfJu eVDjFe pf-202_ pf-text-1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAnimal's Weight\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"sc-bJBfJu eVDjFe pf-205_ pf-text-1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e90+ lbs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"sc-bJBfJu eVDjFe pf-209_ pf-text-1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1 TSP \u003cbr\u003e(32 of the included scoop)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"sc-bJBfJu eVDjFe pf-212_ pf-text-1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e19 day supply\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"sc-bJBfJu eVDjFe pf-215_ pf-text-1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAll measurements are approximate and based on the 50g bottle. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"sc-bJBfJu eVDjFe pf-215_ pf-text-1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eJulie Anne Lee, DCH RCSHom\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eAdored Beast Apothecary’s founder, homeopath Julie Anne Lee, is here to answer your questions. Her life’s work is to help all animals live healthier, happier, longer lives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eCan Vital Defense be used long-term?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eYes. For geriatric animals or those with health concerns, it can be used long-term, or rotated with other products. For young\/healthy dogs, we recommend rotating it 1 month, 3 times a year, to help proactively maintain overall cell health.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eWho benefits most?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eAll animals! All animals are challenged by oxidative stress, which can do major damage to the body. For young and\/or healthy animals, Vital Defense can help protect healthy cells from damage in the future. For older animals, or animals with chronic disease, it can help provide the support they need for cellular regeneration and growth and repair.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eWhat is the shelf life?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e2 years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eIf my pet is allergic to fish\/shellfish, can they still use this product?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eYes! While it feeds the ocean, phytoplankton isn't actually a fish, it's a cell. If your animal can’t have fish, phytoplankton is a great way to provide vital nutrients to the whole body!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eHow are these ingredients sourced?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eProper sourcing is crucial for us. All of our ingredients are meticulously sourced. We focus on practices that are ethical and sustainable and don’t harm the environment in any way. We want clean, organic, non-GMO, etc. - our list of wants when it comes to ingredients is long!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOur Chaga is sustainably grown in North American forests and ethically harvested to ensure the continued health of the trees upon which they grow. We follow age-old traditions that allow for safe and sustainable harvesting.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePhytoplankton is the number one food source of the oceans. It’s what the animals of the sea eat to get the most nutrition and antioxidant value. Saying that, the phytoplankton we use is grown on land and is completely sustainable. It does not take any food from the ocean. Additionally, it is grown in ocean water that is filtered to remove any heavy metals, making it as clean as it can possibly be. And, that water is put back into the ocean afterwards so we’re giving back to the ocean as well.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOur spirulina is grown in carefully monitored production ponds using clean, fresh water. For our supplier, sustainability is a prime focus, with continual monitoring of best practices. They work to reduce their carbon footprint by using renewable energy, maximizing recycling, and minimizing waste to ensure that everything they do gives back to the environment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eCan puppies and kittens take this?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eWe recommend waiting until they are 6 months old. If a young puppy is being challenged by ongoing health issues, they can start younger, but always consult with your veterinarian.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eHow do animals use it?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eVital Defense is easily added to food. Use it 3 times a year, as the seasons change, for proactive protection, or daily for geriatric animals or those whose health is compromised. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIf there is some kind of environmental concern in your area, like flooding or a forest fire, use this to proactively fight free radicals (which lead to oxidative stress). Use it in stressful situations such as moving, or before your animal enters a new environment, like boarding or daycare, to fight free radical damage associated with stress.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eCan I just use regular Chaga and Phytoplankton?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eOn their own, Chaga and phytoplankton are amazing, and together they’re going to deliver amazing value. For this product, though, we carefully reviewed the different ratios used in our cell-based studies and chose the specific ratios that had the highest efficacy and most benefits. Based on this, we believe these proprietary ratios will deliver the most powerful synergistic effects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e Is this recommended for pets with kidney issues?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eChaga has one of the highest natural amounts of oxalates. Some Chaga measures as high as 100mg\/g. In contrast, our powders have been tested at Dalhousie University and ranked very low overall for their oxalate content (between 6-12mg\/g of Chaga).\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e To put that into context, a 25kg (55lb) dog would receive approximately 12-13mg of oxalates from a daily dose of Vital Defense.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThat being said, most experts recommend avoiding foods\/supplements with high oxalates. If your pet has oxalate crystals or stones or has kidney disease, we recommend speaking with your veterinarian first or use our turkey tail and phytoplankton instead.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eCan I use this if my animal is on a chemotherapy drug?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eChaga can stimulate the white blood cells, so if an animal is on a particular chemotherapy drug intended to suppress the white blood cells, it may be contraindicated.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eInstead, we recommend turkey tail mushrooms because it is well researched to be safe during chemotherapy. You can also add phytoplankton.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Adored Beast Apothecary","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55496709800255,"sku":null,"price":195.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0514\/1263\/1750\/files\/ABA-vitaldefense1.webp?v=1788793311","url":"https:\/\/gentlepetstore.co\/products\/adored-beast-vital-defense-cellular-support-50g","provider":"Gentle Pet Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}