Sugar Glider Suppliments Explained

HERB SUPPLEMENTS, GUMS, NECTARS & SAPS
Brief Description of The Benefits of Each: under construction.......

ACACIA GUM POWDER: Pain Soothing - Acacia powder heals minor inflammation and skin rashes. Rub the powder on the skin with water, and it forms a demulcent, or thin film over the irritation, temporarily reducing pain.

Preventitive - Acacia powder prevents fermenting in the colon, which can help prevent colon cancer. It strengthens the intestine's muscle and mucus layer without irritation, preventing Irritable Bowel Syndrome. It can also help prevent high cholesterol levels in some cases.

Fiber -Acacia powder is rich in fiber, which reduces gas and bloating. Increased levels of fiber and healthy digestive bacteria can help contain Irritable Bowel Syndrome. Acacia powder does not contain living healthy bacteria, but promotes their natural growth inside the body. Healthy bacteria also prevent colon cancer, as well as constipation and diarrhea. A diet rich in fiber fights heart disease and diabetes.

DANDELION ROOT: Dandelion root has been used for centuries in traditional medicine as a treatment for intestinal and liver problems. It is loaded with anti-oxidant vitamins such as vitamins A and C, as well as many necessary minerals. Dandelion root is still used today, and as studies continue, more benefits of the root are being found. The root is used as a laxative, tonic and diuretic and also treats various liver and spleen ailments. Dandelion Root is the principle herb used in formulas to purify the blood, kidney's and pancreas.

Dandelion contains bitter flavonoids that provide its diuretic properties. These compounds are very important to the action of nearly all blood purifiers. Besides increasing the flow of urine, these compounds relieve muscle spasms and reduce inflammation. Dandelion contains inulin and mucilage which sooth the digestive tract, absorb toxins from ingested food and regulate the colonies of intestinal bacteria which produce toxins intended to kill other bacteria as a self preservation instinct. To simplify - they help friendly flora thrive and inhibit unfriendly bacteria.

Perhaps the most important correlation of nutritional data for this herb is the abundance of minerals present in Dandelion. Dandelion contains a very balanced mineral profile with generous quantities of the electrolytes, sodium and potassium. Dandelion is also high in Vitamin A in the form of beta-carotene. Vitamin A is essential to the body and is stored in the liver. Dandelion helps the liver release the vitamin A a provide a ready supply to the body.

Anti-cancer Benefits

A study in the May 2008 "International Journal of Oncology" reports that an extract from dandelion root blocked the invasion of breast cancer cells. Another study, evaluating the effects of dandelion root on skin tumors in mice, found that the root showed anti-tumor activity. This study was conducted by Japanese researchers at Kyoto Pharmaceutical University in Japan, and reported in a 1999 edition of "Biological and Pharmaceutical Bulletin." While these studies are promising, the National Institutes of Health states that more testing needs to be done with humans before recommending dandelion root as an anti-cancer agent.

GLIDERADE: Gliderade is a vitamin enriched nectar supplement for sugar gliders. It comes in powder form, which you mix with water and offer to your Gliders. In nature these insectivorous mammals consume large quantities of nectar and pollen. They have a great need for carbohydrates because of their high metabolism. Gliderade provides this important nutritional element as well as easily assimilated double-cracked bee pollen. Gliderade should be fed in conjunction with a protein source such as Glider Complete or Premium Sugar Glider Diet.... there are cheap imitations of GLIDERADE on the market, this is the original, high quality, Gliderade nectar supplement.

- Gliderade provides high carbohydrates - Easily assimilated double cracked bee pollen - Mixes with water 5 to 1 ratio - Important for lactating females Blueberry flavouring gliders love!

Ingredients: Sucrose, soya protein isolate,whole wheat flour, dried whey, xanthan gum, corn gluten meal, dehydrated alfalfa, dicalcium phospate, dried brewers yeast, calcium carbonate, titanium dioxide, bee pollen, corn oil, artificial blueberry flavoring, methionine, salt, spirulina, beta carodene, canthaxanthin, propolis, choline chloride, ascorbic acid, (vitamin c), niacin, vitamin e acetate, magnesium oxide, potassium chloride, manganese sulfate, zinc sulfate, vitamin a acetate, calcium pantothenate, d-activated animal sterol, (source of vitamin d3), copper sulfate, menadione sodium bisulfite complex (msbc vitamin k), thiamine, pyridoxine, riboflavin, folic acid, cyanocobalamin, (vitamin b-12), biotin, sodium selenite.

HIBISCUS FLOWER:

Hibiscus is a flowering herb native to most tropical climates of the world. It is used mainly in laxative formulas due to its ability to calm muscle spasms. Hibiscus is being used to put color and flavor to herb teas. The flower which contains flavonoids and proanthocyanidins act as antioxidants, or antipyretic to reduce fever, an analgesic as pain reliever, and spasmolytic to limit spasms.

Based on recent laboratory tests, hibiscus is found to be useful in lowering blood pressure and cholesterol reduction in the blood. It has shown positive results in reducing bad cholesterol levels (LDL) found in extremely fat diets because, according to scientists, hibiscus may limit the adherence of cholesterol to artery walls. Regular use of hibiscus herbs promotes proper blood circulation and minimizes heart diseases.

Moreover, researchers believe that the antibacterial property of hibiscus may be essential in combating various illnesses like fever, cystitis and venereal disease. It is also effective in soothing respiratory tract infections and relieves whooping coughs and other respiratory ailments.