Nutrition and Food Therapy

foodPugBased on the patient’s individual Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) diagnosis, acupuncture, herbs and TCM Food Therapy may be recommended.

The Chinese realized that herbs and acupuncture would be of minimal effectiveness if the patient’s diet was not nutritionally and energetically balanced with the other branches of TCM. Food has the ability to affect the functioning of the body’s systems just like herbs and acupuncture, and should be regulated to maximize the over-all healing plan.

About Dr. Childs

Dr. Junia Borden Childs graduated with honors from University of Tennessee College of Veterinary Medicine in 1981, and has been continuously practicing veterinary medicine for over 25 years—13 years in conventional medicine and specializing in holistic veterinary medicine for over 12 years. … read more

Contact Dr. Childs

To schedule an appointment with Dr. Childs please call 805.646.9695 or e-mail Dr. Childs at drchilds@naturalhealthforpets.com

Please note: Dr. Childs cannot answer general health questions about your pet by phone or e-mail. An appointment and complete exam are required for her to be able to address any questions or concerns you may have.

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