Try these...hope this helps to get some vitamins and minerals into their diet.
"safe herbs include basil, thyme, cayenne, chickweed, lavender, sage, chicory, rosemary, parsley, mint, lemongrass, alfalfa, coriander, milk thistle, turmeric, ginger, chamomile and dandelion. You can offer them mixed with their veggies, or for a bit of fun hang fresh pieced with clothes pegs."
"Turmeric: a powerful healing spice
by Pauline James
Turmeric, a member of the ginger family and native to Indonesia and southern India, where it has been harvested for over 5,000 years, comes from the dried root or rhizome of the Curcuma Longa plant. This Asian spice has a peppery, warm and bitter flavour and a mild fragrance slightly reminiscent of orange and ginger. Throughout history it has been used as a food colouring, an ingredient of curry powder, a bright orangey-yellow textile dye – used for over 2,500 years to colour Hindu priests’ robes – and as a powerful healing remedy.
The Chinese have long used this spice as an antidepressant, while the Indians relied on its powerful anti-inflammatory properties, adding it to bandages or applying it as a paste to wounds to prevent infection. But, more recently this spice is becoming known in the West for its potent health benefits, and is proving to be a promising weapon against Alzheimer’s, cystic fibrosis, psoriasis, multiple sclerosis, haemorrhaging, heart disease, childhood leukaemia and prostate, breast, colon, skin and pancreatic cancers.
The active ingredient in turmeric is curcumin which is not commonly allergenic and as well as containing anti-inflammatory properties, is also a natural painkiller and inhibitor of the DOX-2 enzyme responsible for inflammation and pain – helping arthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, tendinitis and gout, and with no side effects. It is also an antioxidant, reducing free radicals in the body, antibacterial and antiviral, a natural liver detoxifier, and a natural antiseptic – useful for disinfecting cuts and burns, speeds up wound healing and assists in the regeneration of damaged skin. It also halts the growth of new blood vessels in tumours, serves to boost the effects of chemotherapy drug Paclitaxel and reduces its harsh side effects.
All these health benefits apply to parrots too and a cockatiel keeper once explained how turmeric saved one of his birds when it developed a cancerous tumour. It was very old and the vet was afraid to use traditional vigorous treatments, so after removing as much of the tumour as he dare, (as part of it lay close to the spine), he prescribed curcumin powder, to be applied to the bird’s back. After a few months, the bird had completely recovered with no trace of the cancer or the tumour!
Put in foods such as homemade birdy bread, turmeric acts as a natural preservative, but is an anti-coagulant too, so as a precautionary measure should be avoided when a bird is moulting or has a problem with a broken blood feather. It also helps prevent roundworm, boosts the immune system, is anti-fungal, helps alleviate nausea, aids digestion and can be a great aid to particularly young chicks suffering crop problems. Sprinkle on softfood or mix a little with live yoghurt to feed.
Turmeric root is an excellent source of iron, manganese, vitamin B6, potassium and dietary fibre and has five times more antioxidant power than vitamin E. Along with curcumin it contains many other phytochemicals, helping to regenerate liver cells, cleanse the liver of toxins, increase the production and levels of bile and two liver-supporting enzymes, glutathione-s-transferase (GST) and UDP glucuronyl transferase (UDPGT) and aids in fat metabolism."
"Virgin Coconut Oil – Improves immune function, supports the liver and kidneys, boosts the metabolism, increases absorption rate of vitamins, and offers antimicrobial properties. Coconut Oil is also a good source of Omega 3 & 6, along with antioxidants."
"Apple Cider Vinegar – Offers vitamins, minerals and trace elements. Apple Cider Vinegar also supports the immune and respiratory system, as well as having anti-bacterial properties. The usual recommendation is 2% Apple Cider Vinegar mixed with water in a plastic dish."
"Bird Treat Recipe: Corny Nut Squares
© Formulated by AllNaturalPetCare.com
2 cups cornmeal
1 tsp baking powder
1 egg
1/3 cup chopped almonds
1/2 cup pureed or unseasoned canned pumpkin
1/2 cup grated zucchini
1/3 cup raisins or other dehydrated fruit
1/2 tsp cinnamon
1/4 tsp powdered seaweed/algae
1/4 tsp Calcium Montmorillonite Clay
1/4 cup plain, active yogurt
Bird seed (optional)
1/2 cup water
1 tsp virgin coconut oil
Mix together in a bowl, adjusting cornmeal or water if required. Pour into greased 8×8 baking pan (do not use non-stick pans for birds). Sprinkle with bird seed if desired.
Bake at 350℉ for about 35 minutes or until toothpick comes out clean.
Cut into single serving squares. Freezes well.
"Fruity Calcium Corn Bread Treat Recipe for Birds ©
Formulated by AllNaturalPetCare.com
1 pkg Corn Bread Mix
1 tsp Human-grade Calcium Montmorillonite Clay
1 TBSP Mixed Powdered Seaweed
1/8 cup Ground Almonds
2 Eggs
1/2 cup Plain, Active Yogurt
1/4 cup Chopped Figs
1/2 cup Blueberries
1/2 cup Mashed Cranberries
1/2 cup Mashed Mango
Use the corn bread mix as your base recipe, with liquid adjustments if you find the mix to be too dry or wet.
Bake at 350F on a cookie sheet until a toothpick comes out clean (about 25 minutes).
Cut into single serving pieces. Freezes nicely.
"safe herbs include basil, thyme, cayenne, chickweed, lavender, sage, chicory, rosemary, parsley, mint, lemongrass, alfalfa, coriander, milk thistle, turmeric, ginger, chamomile and dandelion. You can offer them mixed with their veggies, or for a bit of fun hang fresh pieced with clothes pegs."
"Turmeric: a powerful healing spice
Turmeric, a member of the ginger family and native to Indonesia and southern India, where it has been harvested for over 5,000 years, comes from the dried root or rhizome of the Curcuma Longa plant. This Asian spice has a peppery, warm and bitter flavour and a mild fragrance slightly reminiscent of orange and ginger. Throughout history it has been used as a food colouring, an ingredient of curry powder, a bright orangey-yellow textile dye – used for over 2,500 years to colour Hindu priests’ robes – and as a powerful healing remedy.
The Chinese have long used this spice as an antidepressant, while the Indians relied on its powerful anti-inflammatory properties, adding it to bandages or applying it as a paste to wounds to prevent infection. But, more recently this spice is becoming known in the West for its potent health benefits, and is proving to be a promising weapon against Alzheimer’s, cystic fibrosis, psoriasis, multiple sclerosis, haemorrhaging, heart disease, childhood leukaemia and prostate, breast, colon, skin and pancreatic cancers.
The active ingredient in turmeric is curcumin which is not commonly allergenic and as well as containing anti-inflammatory properties, is also a natural painkiller and inhibitor of the DOX-2 enzyme responsible for inflammation and pain – helping arthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, tendinitis and gout, and with no side effects. It is also an antioxidant, reducing free radicals in the body, antibacterial and antiviral, a natural liver detoxifier, and a natural antiseptic – useful for disinfecting cuts and burns, speeds up wound healing and assists in the regeneration of damaged skin. It also halts the growth of new blood vessels in tumours, serves to boost the effects of chemotherapy drug Paclitaxel and reduces its harsh side effects.
All these health benefits apply to parrots too and a cockatiel keeper once explained how turmeric saved one of his birds when it developed a cancerous tumour. It was very old and the vet was afraid to use traditional vigorous treatments, so after removing as much of the tumour as he dare, (as part of it lay close to the spine), he prescribed curcumin powder, to be applied to the bird’s back. After a few months, the bird had completely recovered with no trace of the cancer or the tumour!
Put in foods such as homemade birdy bread, turmeric acts as a natural preservative, but is an anti-coagulant too, so as a precautionary measure should be avoided when a bird is moulting or has a problem with a broken blood feather. It also helps prevent roundworm, boosts the immune system, is anti-fungal, helps alleviate nausea, aids digestion and can be a great aid to particularly young chicks suffering crop problems. Sprinkle on softfood or mix a little with live yoghurt to feed.
Turmeric root is an excellent source of iron, manganese, vitamin B6, potassium and dietary fibre and has five times more antioxidant power than vitamin E. Along with curcumin it contains many other phytochemicals, helping to regenerate liver cells, cleanse the liver of toxins, increase the production and levels of bile and two liver-supporting enzymes, glutathione-s-transferase (GST) and UDP glucuronyl transferase (UDPGT) and aids in fat metabolism."
"Virgin Coconut Oil – Improves immune function, supports the liver and kidneys, boosts the metabolism, increases absorption rate of vitamins, and offers antimicrobial properties. Coconut Oil is also a good source of Omega 3 & 6, along with antioxidants."
"Apple Cider Vinegar – Offers vitamins, minerals and trace elements. Apple Cider Vinegar also supports the immune and respiratory system, as well as having anti-bacterial properties. The usual recommendation is 2% Apple Cider Vinegar mixed with water in a plastic dish."
"Bird Treat Recipe: Corny Nut Squares
© Formulated by AllNaturalPetCare.com
2 cups cornmeal
1 tsp baking powder
1 egg
1/3 cup chopped almonds
1/2 cup pureed or unseasoned canned pumpkin
1/2 cup grated zucchini
1/3 cup raisins or other dehydrated fruit
1/2 tsp cinnamon
1/4 tsp powdered seaweed/algae
1/4 tsp Calcium Montmorillonite Clay
1/4 cup plain, active yogurt
Bird seed (optional)
1/2 cup water
1 tsp virgin coconut oil
Bake at 350℉ for about 35 minutes or until toothpick comes out clean.
Cut into single serving squares. Freezes well.
"Fruity Calcium Corn Bread Treat Recipe for Birds ©
Formulated by AllNaturalPetCare.com
1 pkg Corn Bread Mix
1 tsp Human-grade Calcium Montmorillonite Clay
1 TBSP Mixed Powdered Seaweed
1/8 cup Ground Almonds
2 Eggs
1/2 cup Plain, Active Yogurt
1/4 cup Chopped Figs
1/2 cup Blueberries
1/2 cup Mashed Cranberries
1/2 cup Mashed Mango
Use the corn bread mix as your base recipe, with liquid adjustments if you find the mix to be too dry or wet.
Bake at 350F on a cookie sheet until a toothpick comes out clean (about 25 minutes).
Cut into single serving pieces. Freezes nicely.