Natural Remedies vs Big Pharma: Why Some Holistic Remedies Are Overlooked
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Why Big Pharma Dismisses Natural Remedies for Pets: Uncovering the Truth
Every day, more and more pet parents are turning to natural remedies to help their dogs and cats. From kitchen spices to simple ingredients like honey, many of these natural solutions are proven to be effective. Yet, time and time again, big pharmaceutical companies and conventional medicine dismiss these remedies. Today, I want to talk to you about why that is. Why are natural remedies so often labeled as ineffective or unproven, and what are the real reasons behind Big Pharma’s efforts to keep them in the shadows?
The Power of Natural Remedies
If you’re looking to learn more about natural pet health and wellness, you’ve come to the right place. Let’s dive into herbs. For literally hundreds, if not thousands, of years, common natural products like turmeric, nettle, and even cannabinoids from the cannabis plant have been used medically for a wide range of health conditions.
For example, take the Chinese medicinal herb yunnan baiyao. It’s now being widely used, even by conventional medicine, for conditions like bleeding in dogs with hemangiosarcoma (a tumor affecting red blood cells). yunnan baiyao has been shown to work really well in treating spontaneous hemorrhages, a major side effect of the condition. Yet, Big Pharma continues to dismiss this and other natural remedies. yunnan baiyao contains potato starch as one of its main ingredients—yes, potato starch—and this ingredient has shown tremendous beneficial effects, yet Big Pharma ignores its success.
Natural Remedies vs. Big Pharma’s Narrative
Why does Big Pharma downplay these remedies? Well, it comes down to money. For example, there are thousands of scientific studies and case reports proving the effectiveness of natural products like honey. Honey has been found to be much better for wound healing than many so-called “conventional" antibiotics. And yunnan baiyao is one of the few natural products that works against hemangiosarcoma. However, Big Pharma remains skeptical, dismissing these natural options while pushing their patented drugs.
My entire channel is dedicated to home remedies for dogs and cats, and I’ve received thousands of comments from people like you, reporting how effective these remedies have been. Whether it’s a home remedy for chronic ear infections or using slippery elm to treat chronic diarrhea, many pet parents have seen significant improvements. Yes, these remedies work, but why does Big Pharma keep them suppressed?
The Influence of Big Pharma
Let’s take a closer look at Big Pharma’s influence. These are multinational corporations, and like all businesses, their top priority is making money. For example, let’s consider Bravecto, a flea and tick medication made by Merck, a huge pharmaceutical company. It claims to kill fleas and ticks for 12 weeks with just one tablet, which sounds great, right? But this drug required years of research and a massive financial investment to bring to market. Bravecto is patented, which means only Merck can make and sell it, ensuring they control the price and maximize their profits.
The Problem with Natural Remedies: They Can’t Be Patented
On the other hand, natural remedies like nettle, a plant found all over the world, offer significant medicinal benefits, such as helping with allergies. However, nettle can’t be patented, which means no big pharmaceutical company can profit from it in the same way they can from a drug like Bravecto. What do they do? They downplay nettle’s effectiveness and question its safety. But in reality, nettle is very safe, and it works wonders for allergies.
The truth is, big pharmaceutical companies can’t profit from natural remedies because they can’t patent them. That’s why they do everything they can to discredit these alternatives, even though they’ve been used effectively for centuries.
The Reality of Drug Pricing and Research
Let’s talk about the costs associated with developing new drugs. Big Pharma often claims that it costs $2 to $3 billion to develop a new drug. However, when you break down the numbers, in many cases, the cost is much lower—around $100 million to $200 million. The inflated numbers are used to justify the high prices of their drugs, which ultimately benefits their shareholders.
Additionally, much of the research that funds new drugs comes from public institutions and government funding. So, in a sense, you’re paying twice: once through taxes that fund public research, and again when you buy the drug at a pharmacy at inflated prices.
The Innovation Myth: Minor Modifications, Not Breakthroughs
Another myth is that Big Pharma is the hub of innovation. In reality, two-thirds of the drugs hitting the market are not better than what already exists. Many so-called “new" drugs are just minor modifications of existing drugs, and the pharmaceutical companies spend more money on marketing and packaging than on actual breakthroughs.
Furthermore, Big Pharma is skilled at extending the life of patents. A drug company can tweak a formula slightly, claim it’s a new and improved version, and extend the patent for another seven years, keeping the drug prices high. This practice artificially controls prices for much longer than necessary.
Big Pharma’s Impact on Global Access to Medication
Big Pharma’s practices aren’t just a problem in wealthy countries; they also affect people in low- and middle-income countries. Take India, for example. When local companies develop affordable versions of effective drugs, Big Pharma will do whatever it can to block those products from entering the market. They’ll use their power to ensure that the only available option is the expensive drug they’ve patented, even if the local version could save lives and help millions of people.
The Power of Natural Remedies
So, while Big Pharma is busy dismissing natural remedies and defending its inflated drug prices, you as a concerned pet parent have the power to choose. If you’re looking for an alternative to flea control that doesn’t involve potentially harmful drugs like Bravecto, consider using brewer’s yeast. For a natural alternative to NSAIDs like Metacam, turmeric from your kitchen cabinet may be the solution. And if your dog has serious allergies and you’re tired of relying on Prednisone, nettle might just be the natural remedy you need.
Your Choice, Your Pet
Ultimately, you have the choice. The next time you’re faced with a decision about whether to use a pharmaceutical drug or a natural remedy, remember that the system is stacked against alternatives. What Big Pharma says is often vastly different from the truth. Many natural remedies are proven to be safe and effective, and they’ve been used for hundreds, even thousands of years. They deserve to be an integral part of your pet’s healthcare.

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