Food Therapy for Diabetes and Cushing’s Disease: A TCVM Approach Diabetes and Cushing’s Disease are recognized in Traditional Chinese Veterinary Medicine (TCVM) as Xiao Ke (Thirsting and Wasting Disease). Both conditions stem from Spleen Qi Deficiency, which leads to metabolic imbalance and disease progression.
Whole Food Therapy in TCVM prioritizes supporting the GI tract and strengthening Spleen Qi, as this is the key to restoring balance in both conditions. Processed foods, such as dry kibble and canned diets, introduce Heat and Dryness into the body, triggering a Damp response, further compromising metabolic function.
In this presentation, Dr. Susan Bohrer will explore:
How Whole Food Therapy strengthens the GI microbiome and addresses the root cause of Diabetes and Cushing’s. Why cooked, real food meals provide tangible benefits in managing these challenging cases. Practical dietary strategies to prevent, mitigate, and support patients with Diabetes and Cushing’s Disease. By focusing on real, whole-food nutrition, we can offer a powerful, integrative approach to metabolic disease management in veterinary medicine.
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