Biodiversity Natural Selection Blends: Medium Parrot (1lb bag)
Formulated by Dr. Jason Crean and Tiffany Park of Feathered Treasures Aviary
Ingredients:
Millet blend (German, Japanese, Siberian, Red, White), Canary grass seed*, Buckwheat, Oats*, Barley*, Apple dices*, Carrot dices, Hard wheat berries*, Pumpkin seeds*, Pepper strips, Dried fruit (Banana, Cherry, Coconut*, Cranberry*, Date, Papaya, Pineapple, Raisins), Shelled pecans*, Shelled walnuts*, Milk thistle seed*, Star anise*, Thistle, Flax*, Rape, Sesame*, Anise, Poppy, White Lettuce, Fennel*, Caraway, Thyme leaf*, Rosemary leaf*, Peppermint*, Sage*, Oregano*, Dandelion Root*, Red Clover*, Rama holy basil (tulsi)*, Hibiscus, Red rose bud/petals*, Calendula*, Cornflowers*, Jasmine flower*, Lavender flower*, Chamomile*, Red clover*, Ceylon cinnamon*
*denotes organic ingredient
Reported benefits of whole food items in this blend:
Millet - Starchy, protein-rich grains that are a source of phosphorus, magnesium, and calcium
Canary grass seed - Rich in protein, fiber and essential vitamin and minerals
Buckwheat -Rich source of vitamin A, vitamin B complexes, and vitamins C and E
Barley - Source of potassium, folate, iron, and vitamin B-6 content
Apple - Good source of fiber, vitamin C, and antioxidants
Carrot - Great source of Vitamin A and beta-carotene
Milk thistle seed - Supports liver function and health
Thyme leaf - Rich in Vitamins A and C and possesses anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial properties
Rosemary leaf - Source of iron, calcium, and vitamin B6
Peppermint - Possesses significant antimicrobial and antiviral properties, strong antioxidant and antitumor actions, and some antiallergenic potential
Sage - Leaf rich in vitamins A, K, and C
Oregano - Possesses compounds that possess anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and antimicrobial properties
Dandelion Root - Contains taraxasterol, a compound known for having significant antioxidant properties that combat inflammation as well as soluble fiber that supports the gut microbiome
Rama holy basil (tulsi) - Leaf rich in Vitamins A, C and K and minerals like calcium, magnesium, phosphorus, iron and potassium
Hibiscus - Possesses compounds like polyphenols, including anthocyanin, which have anti-inflammatory properties and support the cardiovascular system
Red rose - Rich in vitamins A and E and powerful antioxidants
Calendula - Has antifungal, anti-inflammatory, and antibacterial properties as well as being rich in carotenes
Cornflowers - Supports the liver’s ability to detoxify and contains antioxidants that support healing and digestion
Jasmine flower - Rich in antioxidants including flavonoids, catechins, alkaloids, phenols, and proteins
Lavender flower - Known to have anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and antimicrobial effects as well as calming the nervous and digestive systems
Chamomile - Rich in antioxidants and known to be a nervous and digestive relaxant that has been used to treat various gastrointestinal issues
Red clover - Source of minerals like calcium, chromium, magnesium, phosphorus, and potassium, as well as vitamins like niacin, thiamine, and vitamin C
Ceylon cinnamon - Has anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and antimicrobial effects
Pecans - Good source of protein, healthy fat, fiber, calcium, magnesium, and potassium
Walnuts - Great source of omega-3 fatty acids as well as protein, healthy fat and fiber
Hard wheat berries - Packed with fiber, protein and iron
Coconut - Good source of dietary fiber, medium-chain triglycerides, manganese, copper and selenium
Pumpkin seeds - Rich in magnesium, Vitamin E, carotenoids, antioxidants, healthy fats, and minerals
Peppers - Rich in vitamin C, vitamin A and beta-carotene
Biodiversity Bird Blends is dedicated to improving the lives of the animals we keep through whole food nutrition. We rely on the decades of science that has shown us the value of biological compounds in whole food items and the dangers of processed foods. We also rely on experts in avian nutrition who run our formulations and create our innovative products to ensure their safety and benefits for all animals. As both Dr. Crean and Dr. Becker have long said, we want our animals to THRIVE, not just survive.
"I approve and encourage the use of herbal and/or decaffeinated teas for birds. When offered correctly and appropriately, tea can enhance a bird's life by enriching her life experience and introducing additional nutrition. I often recommend various teas to clients. Their use supports many treatment protocols and aid in healing and mental health.”
"Without question, tea has stood the test of time and has had profound impacts on the health of many animals, including humans! It is no secret that there is little research on avian nutrition but, like most other research, the use of studies on other animals and humans give us an idea as to how the compounds in blended teas work. A list of resources, many of which from peer-reviewed scientific journals, continue to showcase the benefits of teas. This list barely scrapes the surface of what we know but it is certainly a good place to start to show how the many different types of teas are beneficial. We have been using animal teas for many, many years with wonderful results and we hope you decide to try them with your own birds."
Jason had sent me two packages of the flower andherb blends to try for our dwarf lionhead rabbit. I've been mixing about atablespoon every other day with her hay pellets, and she really loves it! Shegravitates towards the flower forage over the green forage, but she reallyloves them both. Thank you so much for bringing this healthy diversity to ourrabbit's diet!
I've been using the "taming the flame" tea for my IRN with terrible arthritis, and after 2 weeks she's so much better. I started off with the weakest solution and now she's on the strongest solution. She's leaping from her perch to her "bird on a rock" again, moving around more. And putting herself to bed on her upper perches. She had been waiting for me to put her up there every night at bedtime. She's on no pain meds, And I stopped the LED light while I tried the tea. THANK YOU!!!!
We are a family-owned business in South Florida with a long history in birdkeeping. It has long been our goal to improve the lives of the birds we keep by improving their diet and increasing their enrichment opportunities. We are very pleased to be one of the only bird businesses who actually staff experts in animal nutrition who help us create our innovative products. We work tirelessly to produce high quality products for you and, in turn, support scientific organizations who help birds both in the wild and in our homes. We hope you will take advantage of some of our products and feel good doing so!