Herb Salad

[jamie]

I've been giving my smaller birds (finches, cockatiels, and budgies) this mix of dried herbs for a while.

Astragalus immune system stimulator, aids digestion, energy, kidneys
Barberry C, antiseptic, respiratory, antibacterial, blood purifier, liver function
Chickweed C, B6, B12, D, anti-inflammatory, anti-tumor, stomach, respiratory
Dandelion liver, kidneys, stomach, vitamins, rich in potassium, iron, calcium
Echinacea antibiotic, antiviral, strengthens immunity, vitamins & proteins
Elderberry respiratory, anti-inflammatory, blood purifier, stimulates appetite
Garlic antibacterial, antifungal, antioxidant, fertility, immune system, heart
Kelp iodine, thyroid, stimulant, emollient, protects mucous membranes
Lavender stimulant, digestion, essential oils, relieves stress, metabolism
Licorice expectorant, liver detoxifier, anti-inflammatory, delicious flavor
Marshmallow heals wounds, calcium, A, diuretic, demulcent, tonic
Milk thistle liver repair, heart, lungs, circulation, expels intestinal worms
Oatstraw rich in calcium, magnesium, yeast infections, antiseptic, thyroid
Olive leaf chronic skin problems, allergies, improves the will to live in sick birds
Pau d’ arco antibacterial, blood cleanser, fights infections, liver, candida
Plantain kidneys, bladder, appetite, diarrhea, antibacterial, anti-inflammatory
Red clover relaxant, antibiotic, inflammations, biotin, minerals, B’s, A, C
Spirulina fertility, growth, immune system, stress reducer, color, protein
Thyme antibacterial, kills and expels worms, fights diarrhea
Valerian feather plucking, aggressiveness, pain relief, nervous conditions
Wormwood liver, aids digestion, encourages appetite, kills & expels worms
Yarrow blood purifier, liver function, virus & fungal inhibitor, tonic

I buy it in a large package already blended and dried. I keep a small dish filled with the salad in their cages all the time. When the dish starts to get dirty or empty, I clean and refill it.

 

[Gen120]

I got a free sample of Herb Salad and my fids LOVED it! I am planning on ordering some more soon!

 

[trout]

I got mine from twin beaks, haven't had much luck with it yet, I think Fenway doesn't like the smell, need to get a locking cup. Is one mix better than another?

http://www.twinbeaksaviary.com/herbsalad.html

 

[jamie]

I have only used the mixture from Twin Beaks also. I think that it took a while for the birds to start picking at it. You can also mix it with other foods like vegetables or birdie breads. I have done that also.

 

[JLcribber]

I started giving Whitey herb salad about 3 months ago. She had a large fatty tumor on her front. She is fully flighted but could not fly because she was so fat. 3 months later the tumor has noticeably gone down. She is much lighter and she is flying around the room right behind Scooter. I am thrilled!! I contribute it to the salad.

 

[jamie]

That is good to hear! Holistic techniques are becoming more popular with veterinarians ... the vet who treats my birds uses milk thistle and some other herbs to treat liver problems.

 

[birdlvr466]

Jamie thank you for posting this. My birds all love herb salad and I free feed this daily.

 

[waterfaller1]

Our first bag of it arrived yesterday! It almost sounds like it might make a nice tea for us too!

 

[budgielucky]

I just bought a small sample for my cockatiel and she started to pick at it right away. l need to buy more.

 

[birdlvr466]

I just got a nice fresh bag today. I have started keeping it in the freezer. Even though they say it can be kept out, I like the freshness of keeping it frozen and taking it out of the freezer to replenish their dishes.

 

[itzmered]

I keep a bowl of this in the cage all of the time. Tango and Jasper both like it. I don't see them eat it everyday but they do eat it. Jasper seems to eat more of it than Tango does.

 

[M.C Bird Rescue]

I started giving Whitey herb salad about 3 months ago. She had a large fatty tumor on her front. She is fully flighted but could not fly because she was so fat. 3 months later the tumor has noticeably gone down. She is much lighter and she is flying around the room right behind Scooter. I am thrilled!! I contribute it to the salad.

HOLY CRAP! That IS a fat budgie in the picture. LOL. Sorry John never noticed til now. hahaha

 

[Gen120]

My fids also like it, I mix it in with their bean/rice mix sometimes!

 

[jim]

I've been using twin beaks herb salad for a few years now. Good stuff!!


I used to blend it in with my bird bread or cookies. Until I read the instructions and it said don't do that. hehehe

 

[ziggyun]

I use herb salad. My birds didn't take to it right away, but now eat it.

 

[Stevo]

Looks like a great idea. I'm not sure about the legallity of it being sent to Australia so I jumped onto an Australian herb site and ordered all the ingredients!! Over a kilogram of dried herbs and it cost a small fortune... but should last for ages!

I dont spoil my bird. Really..

 

[FunnyBird]

See I hate this! I get all excited to try something and bam reality LOL! I just checked TB's site and a 1lb bag ($18) shipped to me would cost $31.95 USD!!! Makes me sad...off to see where I can get it local(ish).

 

[Anne & Gang]

all mine love it.....even the canaries...they go nuts. for it.

 

[birdlvr466]

See I hate this! I get all excited to try something and bam reality LOL! I just checked TB's site and a 1lb bag ($18) shipped to me would cost $31.95 USD!!! Makes me sad...off to see where I can get it local(ish).

Maybe you could check with her to see if she offers different ways to mail to you. She uses Priority Mail so that is probably why it is more to send to you. One pound of herbs is ALOT, it lasts a long time. Why dont you ask for a sample, she does do that too. She is a really nice lady, I am sure she will do whatever she can to try and help but she is running a business, I dont think she is making her money on shipping.

 

[magni]

I also free feed it to my birds