Rara Avis Nutritional Blends

Crafted locally in small batches using only the highest quality,

certified organic or wild-harvested herbs.

Fall Blend:

*Nettle Leaf (Urtica dioica)

**Irish Moss (Chondrus crispus)

*Coriander Seed (Coriandrum sativum)

*Thyme (Thymus vulgaris)

*Marshmallow Root (Althea officinalis)

*Parsley Leaves and Root (Petroselinum crispum)

**Wild-Harvested in Canada

*Certified organic

Nettle Leaf: Nutritive food herb (abundant in vitamins A, C, D and K, calcium, potassium, phosphorous, iron, silicon and sulphur), alkalizing, rich source of minerals, antihistamine, good for allergies and skin conditions, blood cleanser, nourishes and strengthens the kidneys, aids with diarrhea and dysentery, digestive aid and cleanser, relieves fatigue.

Irish Moss: Nutritive seaweed (contains protein, polysaccharides, carrageenans, beta carotene, iodine, bromine, iron, minerals, vitamin A and B1), traditionally employed as an excellent restorative herb to speed recovery from debilitating illnesses, anti-inflammatory, anti-coagulant (used for stomach ulcers), anti-viral, demulcent, expectorant, excellent for restoring proper lung function, soothes the digestive system, stomach and urinary tract, tones and strengthens glands, has been used as a food for diabetes patients.

Coriander Seed: Nutritive food herb (contains linalool, geranial, vitamin C and potassium), reduces flatulence, digestive aid, stimulates appetite.

Thyme: Expels worms (especially hookworms) and gas, excellent for digestive and respiratory tracts, fights gingivitis, helpful for asthma.

Marshmallow Root: Nutritive food herb (high in calcium and vitamin A), soothes, lubricates and protects internal tissues and mucous membranes, anti-microbial, anti-bacterial, anti-inflammatory, soothes urinary and gastrointestinal inflammation, aids in removing toxins from the body, lowers blood sugar, stimulates the immune system.

Parsley Leaves and Root: Nutritive herb (rich in vitamins and minerals, including A and C, as well as calcium, thiamin, riboflavin, boron, fluorine, niacin, zinc, potassium and iron), high chlorophyll content acts as a natural breath freshener, this cleansing herb has a carminative, tonic and laxative action, but is primarily used for its diuretic properties, used traditionally as a liver tonic and as a means of breaking up kidney stones, alleviatives hives and other allergy symptoms, the roots carminative action can relieve flatulence and colic.

Recommended Use:

Please use each Seasonal Blend during the specified season, as rotating herbs is essential to their conscientious use, nutritional balance, synergistic healing and strengthening effects. We do not recommend feeding a single seasonal blend for more than 4 months. We strongly recommend a fresh, whole foods diet for optimal health. Feed herbs 4-5 days a week for best results.

Three Ways to Feed Rara Avis Nutritional Herb Blends:

By body weight

1 tsp. per 10 lbs./day

By food weight (no grains)

½ tsp. per lb. meat (cat) or 1 Tbs. per lb. meat (dog)

By food weight (w/ grains)

1 tsp. per lb. of food (cat) or 2 Tbs. per lb. of food (dog)

Use directly from the bag or steep in 8 oz. of hot water

then add suggested amounts to the food as a tea.

Not recommended for pregnant animals, or for puppies or kittens under the age of 12 weeks.

Please use as directed unless advised otherwise by a licensed veterinary health care provider. Individuals may experience negative or allergic reactions to any product. Should this happen, discontinue use.

Rara Avis products and information have not been evaluated or approved by the FDA or any other governmental agency. Our products are not meant to diagnose disease or replace licensed veterinary care. Our products are not pharmaceuticals or drugs intended to treat, prevent, mitigate or cure disease.

Contact us at: raraavis@daneduo.com