Food Therapy
Traditional Chinese Veterinary Medicine approach to nutrition for treatment and prevention.
About Food Therapy
Traditional Chinese Veterinary Medicine (TCVM) has long recognized the importance of food therapy in the treatment and prevention of illness in your pet. Dr. Gleason has completed significant training in TCVM and can assist in creating a nutrition plan and supplement plan that can help your pet based on your pet's background and needs. The nutrition plan may recommend the implementation of special food or the elimination of certain food based on the Traditional Chinese Food Energetics classification and TCVM diagnosis.
Best For
Pet owners looking for a natural approach to nutrition, pets with chronic conditions, or those seeking preventive care.
Conditions We Treat
What to Expect
Dr. Gleason will evaluate your pet's constitution according to TCVM principles and create a personalized nutrition plan.
Initial consultation 45-60 minutes
Follow-up appointments to monitor progress and adjust the plan as needed.
You'll receive detailed guidance on implementing the nutrition plan at home, including specific foods to include or avoid.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Traditional Chinese Veterinary Medicine (TCVM) Food Therapy?
TCVM Food Therapy is an ancient approach to nutrition that views food as medicine. It categorizes foods by their energetic properties (warming, cooling, neutral) and therapeutic effects. Dr. Gleason uses TCVM principles to create personalized nutrition plans that support your pet's specific constitution and health needs.
How is TCVM Food Therapy different from regular pet nutrition?
While conventional nutrition focuses on protein, fats, and carbohydrates, TCVM Food Therapy considers the energetic and therapeutic properties of foods. It tailors recommendations based on your pet's individual constitution, health patterns, and TCVM diagnosis. Foods may be recommended or avoided based on their effects on your pet's specific condition.
What conditions can benefit from food therapy?
Food therapy can help with digestive issues, skin conditions, allergies, weight management, chronic diseases, senior pet wellness, and immune system support. It works alongside other treatments to enhance healing and prevent disease.
Will I need to cook special meals for my pet?
Not necessarily. Dr. Gleason will create a practical nutrition plan that fits your lifestyle. This may include specific commercial foods, fresh food additions to current diet, certain foods to avoid, or in some cases, home-prepared meals. The plan will be tailored to be manageable for you while meeting your pet's needs.
Benefits
Personalized Nutrition
A customized diet plan based on your pet's specific constitution and health needs.
Disease Prevention
Proper nutrition can help prevent many common health issues before they develop.
Complement to Treatment
Food therapy works alongside other treatments to support healing and recovery.
Natural Approach
Uses whole foods and supplements to support your pet's health without unnecessary medications.
Ready to help your pet feel better?
Schedule an appointment to discuss whether food therapy is right for your pet.