Asthma in Dogs or Cats

Asthma, as a chronic, repetitive condition of the
respiratory system, is an ailment that makes
normal breathing very difficult for those
afflicted. From time to time, an episode is
triggered and airways begin to constrict -
starting the breathing difficulty; inflammation
results, along with excess production of mucus
in the lining of the airway. This results in
even greater constriction to the airways, and
thereby further increase in breathing
difficulty.

Various irritants may be instigators or
'triggers' for such occurrences. Such Triggers
may include simple emotional stress, heavy
exercise, or over-exertion; but, environmental
factors such as allergens, exposure to
chemicals, household cleaners, or even changes
in temperature or humidity are often involved.

Interestingly, science has recently discovered a
relationship between certain Antioxidant Enzymes
and Asthma. It seems there is a direct
correlation in lowered activity levels of the
antioxidant enzyme, SuperOxide Dismutase (SOD),
and the incidence of Asthma. It has been found
in affected individuals, that lower levels of
SOD activity result in more severe the episodes
of asthmatic attacks.

SuperOxide Dismutase is a front-line,
antioxidant enzyme, directly responsible for the
conversion of the Oxide Radical (free-radical) to
a less harmful form. The Oxide radical is a
reactive oxygen species (ROS), and as such,
causes cellular damage leading to inflammation.
Although in some experimental systems of lung
inflammation, antioxidants, like SOD, increase
in response to oxidant stress and minimize
oxidant-induced damage, antioxidant defense is
impaired in the asthmatic airway. What is not
known is whether asthmatics suffer from a
mechanism which temporarily shuts down the
antioxidant defense system, or whether day to
day low enzyme levels (LEL) lend themselves to
periodic asthmatic episodes. In either case, it
would seem reasonable to support the body's
natural production of the antioxidant enzyme,
SuperOxide Dismutase.

Typical Asthma Symptoms: Coughing, difficulty
breathing, wheezing, tight or itchy chest,
difficulty with physical exertion, shortness of
breath (dyspnea - painful breathing), difficulty
with speach, high-pitched noises (stridor), etc.

What Can Be Done For Animals/Pets With Asthma?

For Animals/Pets, the use of all natural pet
health supplements can work wonders. There are
several on the market that will aid the animal's
body in its natural healing capacity.

Using these products/supplements will assist the
body with its natural production of antioxidant
enzymes, including Super Oxide Dismutase (SOD),
Catalase (CAT), Glutathione Peroxidase (GPx),
and Methionine Reductase (MR). Since these
enzymes are instrumental in reducing oxidative
damage throughout the body, it stands to reason
that increasing their numbers would provide
greater, natural defense for conditions such as
Asthma. While this is not a "cure" for the
condition, the expectation should be for less
frequent, less severe episodes, over a period of
time.

Sometimes, a common cold can lead an Asthmatic
into a more complex condition such as Asthmatic
Bronchitis. This can often be a life threatening
problem, which may require hospitalization.
Using a liquid supplement that includes 5%
Sodium Chlorite, used in a vaporizer, can be
very beneficial for these, and all other types
of respiratory issues.


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Article submitted by Tim Delaney. References
include Nzymes (Pet Supplements) at
http://www.nzymes.com and Nzymes EU (Pet
Supplements in Europe) at
http://www.nzymes.eu.com


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