CLINICAL RESEARCH & CASE STUDIES ABOUT VELVET ANTLER USE
>> "Osteoporosis: Velvet Antler May Help Maintain Bone Density"
>> "Canadian Veterinary Journal Publishes New Velvet Antler Study Showing Benefits for Osteoarthritis in Dogs" >> "University of Montreal's Clinical Evaluation of Using Velvet Antler to Treat Osteoarthritis in Dogs"
>> "New Clinical Study Shows Velvet Antler Benefits to Athletes in Body Composition, Strength,
and Aerobic & Anaerobic Performance"
>> "Velvet Antler: Science Substantiates New Hope for Arthritis Sufferers"
>> "Velvet Antler for Pets: Myth or Reality"
>> "Velvet Antler Brings Relief to Arthritis Sufferers with No Harmful Side Effects"
>> "Velvet Antler: A Literature Review"
>> "A Summary of Research on Velvet Antler Dietary Supplements"
>> "Anti-Aging Manual? The Encyclopedia of Natural Health"
>> "NATRAflex Premium Velvet Antler Helps Change Lifestyle at Michigan Resort"
>> "SUPERflex Pet Formula Helps Champion Sled Dog Team Mush to Victory"
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INFORMATION ABOUT ELK/DEER RANCHING & ANTLER HARVESTING
Most "natural" joint care products that contain chondroitin and glucosamine are made from swine, cattle and shellfish remains, and require destruction of the animal source. However, Natraflex Premium Velvet Antler is a complete renewable, environmentally friendly product made without harming any animals. It is harvested from ranch-raised domestic elk and red deer raised under strict conditions that ensure the safety, comfort and dignity of these beautiful creatures.
RANCHING
Domesticated elk and deer have been raised to provide Velvet Antler products for centuries in other countries, and elk ranching is a growing industry in North America. In some ways elk ranching can be compared to the wool industry. The livestock provide a renewable product without threatening the animal’s well-being. However, elk ranching provides an ecologically-conscious alternative to most common ranching practices that may result in over-grazing, ground water contamination or animal abuse.
Unlike many cattle ranches, which may use feedlot techniques, elk ranched under the American Elk Product Board and North American Elk Breeders Association standards are raised in free-range conditions, simulating their natural environment. These beautiful animals are typically healthier and better fed than elk found in the wild. These standards also ensure the animals are kept free from physical discomfort, pain, injury and disease. They even require that the elk be handled in a calm, quiet fashion to reduce animal anxiety. In addition, the guidelines mandate that the elk are raised in an environment that provides abundant feed that’s free from harmful chemicals, growth hormones or other harmful drugs. Natraflex producers must comply with strict North American Elk Breeders Association (NAEBA) or American Elk Products Board (AEPB) ranching and velvet antler collection standards. Natraflex maintains detailed ranch and material sourcing records for each batch of product made. These records are so meticulous, they can be traced from each bottle’s lot number back to the ranch that produced the antlers.
HARVESTING VELVET ANTLER
Elk bulls naturally grow and shed their antlers each year. In the wild, antlers are used as weapons, but in a domestic environment, hard antlers can be a danger to other animals. Typically, antlers are removed in the spring, when the antlers are in the nutrient-rich "velvet" stage characterized by a fuzzy, velvet-like covering. Velvet Antler collection is performed annually in the spring using state of the art, humane procedures prescribed by NAEBA and AEPB to ensure minimum levels of stress or discomfort for the animals. The whole procedure takes less than 15 minutes, and the animals are released back to their normal free-range area to live virtually undisturbed for another year.
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS ABOUT NATRAFLEX PRODUCTS
Q: How safe is NATRAflex Velvet Antler?
A: Velvet Antler has been clinically proven safe and effective, without the harmful side effects of many over-the-counter and prescription drugs. NATRAflex Premium Velvet Antler is processed in state-of-the-art, government-inspected facilities. And every batch is independently tested for purity and safety, unlike some other natural products. Potency is standardized using computerized procedures to guarantee consistency and maximum effectiveness. As with all products, pregnant women and those with serious medical conditions should consult their nutritionist or physician before using any supplement.
Q: How does NATRAflex Velvet Antler compare to over-the-counter and prescription pain relievers?
A: Most over-the-counter and prescription joint-care products are non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs known as NSAIDs. NSAIDs include acetaminophen, asprin, ibuprofen and many other pain relievers. NSAIDs only relieve pain and are ineffective on the underlying problems often associated with joint problems, such as cartilage degeneration. In fact, NSAIDs may actually contribute to joint degeneration, since they may prevent the growth of collagen, a necessary component for cartilage growth. NSAIDs can also produce serious drug side effects such as liver damage, kidney damage and deterioration of the gastrointestinal tract lining. While NSAIDs may temporarily relieve joint pain, with daily use over a period of at least two to four weeks, the compounds in Velvet Antler actually perform significantly better than conventional NSAIDs. That’s because Velvet Antler contains compounds that actually help the body regenerate worn-away cartilage.
Q: Are any animals harmed in the production of NATRAflex Premium Velvet Antler?
A: No! Other "natural" joint-care products such as chondroitin and glucosamine are made from swine bones, cattle trachea, shark parts or shellfish remains, requiring the destruction of these animals. But NATRAflex Premium Velvet Antler is made from the antlers of ranch-raised elk and deer, without harming any animals. Just as sheep provide a renewable source of wool, elk and deer bulls naturally grow new antlers every year. Ranchers harvest the antlers in the spring, during the nutrition-rich "velvet" stage, enhancing the safety and comfort of the animals. Antler harvesting is actually beneficial to the animals, since the natural shedding process can be physically traumatic, and fully matured antlers may cause harm to other animals within the herd. NATRAflex ranchers adhere to strict standards that guarantee the quality of the antler and ensure the animals are treated safely, humanely and with respect and dignity.
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ARTICLES ABOUT NATRAFLEX CUSTOMER SUCCESS STORIES
>> "NATRAflex Premium Velvet Antler Helps Change Lifestyle at Michigan Resort"
>> "SUPERflex Pet Formula Helps Champion Sled Dog Team Mush to Victory"
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CUSTOMER TESTIMONIALS FOR NATRAFLEX PREMIUM VELVET ANTLER
"NATRAflex speeds recovery after workouts, reduces joint inflammation and increases athletic performance. . . I recommend it to all my clients and I use it myself. . ."
— Michael Yessis, PhD.
President, Sports Training, Inc.
Professor Emeritus California State University, Fullerton
and Columnist, Muscle & Fitness Magazine
"Unlike the isolated
combination of glucosamine and chondroitin...Velvet Antler's mix and shape of these elements make it useful for both osteo- and rheumatoid arthritis."
— Mark Kaylor, Total Health Magazine
"I have had four children and my youngest is five months. With every child I get tendonitis in my shoulder with the arm that I carry my car seat on. Your product is the only one that I have ever gotten any relief with and the pain does not come back ( unless I have another child who needs a car seat). I am a strong believer in your product and have made my family and friends aware of your life saving /sleep saving product. Thank you, thank you."
— Jamie Pearce
"Curly, our 12 1/2 Chesapeake Bay Retriever mix, has been suffering from hip dysphasia since the age of two. After her yearly vaccines this August, she crashed and stopped using her rear legs. Her inability to walk caused dehydration and a bladder infection. She was so sick, miserable and frustrated at her lack of ability to get around, we were planning to help her to the bridge, and shed many tears. We really figured that this was to be the end of her lifespan. Miraculously, she walked down the stairs unaided the evening of her first dose to greet me when I came home from work! I'm not sure who was happier- the dog or me!
I can also attest to the effectiveness of your product. I've seen it (and felt it) work twice in our household. I have suffered from a rare disease called Mastocytosis for the last three years. Some of the minor symptoms are extreme fatigue and bone pain. I've done my best to keep pushing and not let the disease hamper my lifestyle, but it gets overwhelming sometimes. I started taking it the same day as Curly. I have to say that my fatigue has largely disappeared, and my bone pain is completely gone. I have never had any other product or medication make me feel like a normal person for three years.
I can actually say that I feel mostly like a well person now, and Curly has had an amazing turnaround. The results for both of us have been amazing, and I am eternally grateful. The whole family now takes it, myself and my husband, and both dogs.
I heartily recommend your product to anyone I think might benefit from it, as I have seen the results firsthand.
Thanks again!"
- Lisa Tipton
Chesapeake Bay Retriever Relief and Rescue volunteer
Newhall, California
"I was a NATRAflex customer a few years ago. I just wanted to drop you a note to say hello and that I am once again becoming a NATRAflex customer. NATRAflex worked well for me back when I had tendonitis. Once all the little pains went away I stopped using the product. Well, over time those little creeks and cracks have returned along with nagging shoulder stiffness. So,
I am hoping the NATRAflex can work its magic on me once again!!"
— John Remy
"Let me tell you how the product has benefited me. Last spring I developed an acutely painful and motion-restricting tendonitis in my arm and shoulder. The high-dose Ibuprofen prescribed over a number of months was not helping at all, and I was in too much pain to even attempt the recommended exercises. But after a week on velvet antler I saw a startling improvement, and now I am practically pain free. I originally ordered for my aging cat after seeing SUPERflex recommended in Whole Cat Journal. I am glad that it came with a free trial of Premium Velvet Antler, because I and my cat are both much happier."
— Nancy Jane Tyson
"I just wanted to tell you about your product. I have been suffering from bone thinning. My bone density scan last year was at a level 2 for osteoporosis. I have been taking NATRAflex Premium Velvet Antler for the past year, and my recent bone density test has shown great improvements. Thanks for creating such a wonderful natural product!
— P.W. / Ohio
"As a runner in some of the most difficult marathons in the world, I demand a lot from my body. NATRAflex helps keep my joints in top shape. It also increases circulation to my extremities and speeds my recovery times — especially after tough days when I’ve run 30 miles across a desert or up mountains. Its anti-inflammatory, strength-enhancement and vitality properties are key to my performance, without any side effects. That’s important whether you’re pushing yourself to the limit in the middle of the Sahara, or simply trying to get through a stressful workday."
— Richard Huff (A world-class runner who participates in such grueling races as the 150-mile Marathon of the Sands across Morocco’s Sahara Desert, Antarctica’s Last Marathon and the annual marathon to the 14,000-foot summit of Pike’s Peak, Colorado.)
"Since taking NATRAflex I haven’t had any pain whatsoever. . . I certainly feel that I have the ability to go much farther both physically and mentally while using the NATRAflex Premium Velvet Antler.."
— Ron Madison (1999 World Bench Press Champion and winner of the "Best Lifter Pound-for-Pound " title)
"For a large part of my adult life I was a mounted police officer with the New York City Police Department. After retiring, I moved to the southwest and took my aching back and other joint pains with me. I continued to see chiropractors, medical doctors and other health professionals looking for relief. In February 1999, I started on NATRAflex. After using it for one month, I started experiencing pain-free mobility I have not felt in years. I’m 56 years old, and I have never felt better in my life. I’ve even started riding again."
— Richard Wilkie, age 56
"I enjoy working in the yard, but I noticed that my hips were starting to give me problems when I got up or down. I don’t like taking medication, and I just assumed the pain would eventually go away. It didn’t. Then a friend told me about NATRAflex. Now I can work in the yard and I feel fine, and I love the fact that NATRAflex is all-natural without any side effects."
— Vikky Garcia, age 22
"I’ve had three back surgeries, and simple things like bending over and getting out of bed would do a number on my back. I do a lot of physical labor and welding on my ranch. I was taking painkillers and muscle relaxants two or three times a week. A hunting partner of mine told me to give NATRAflex a try. After about a month I could see a real difference. For the first time in six years I have not had to take pain pills. I was amazed I could still weld and do my daily chores. Now, I wake up pain-free. I’ve now started three of my friends on NATRAflex.
— Jerry Hazen, age 45
"I pitch for a local men’s baseball team, and my shoulder and elbow give me problems almost every day. I enjoy playing ball with my friends, but the pain was becoming a real nuisance. NATRAflex help put the fun back in my extracurricular activities. I plan on telling everyone I know about it."
— John Walker, age 36
"I’ve undergone five surgeries for serious knee problems. Four months ago my wife told me about NATRAflex. The thought of a natural relief was music to my ears. I saw a big difference in just a couple of weeks and I’m now excited about exercising and playing sports again. I feel great!"
— Steven Clowes, age 36
"I was scheduled for knee surgery until a friend of mine told me about NATRAflex. Since I began taking it, my knee feels stronger and I found that surgery wasn’t necessary. Even my back and shoulders feel much more flexible. I think it’s also great that NATRAflex doesn’t interfere with the medication I’m taking for my heart and high cholesterol."
— John Hiett, age 54
"I started having lower back pain about three years ago — probably the result of a major car accident I had when I was younger and a shrapnel wound I received in Vietnam. It felt as if someone had kicked me in the back really hard. Sometimes I even had to call in sick for work. I went to a masseuse, a chiropractor and a neurologist, and still no permanent relief. Then a good friend introduced me to Velvet Antler. My back feels much better! I used to have to pull myself out of bed; now I practically jump out! I’ve been taking NATRAflex continuously for about three months, and I also seem to have more energy and vitality."
— Henry Avalos, age 56
"I’m a college student who tries to get the most out of my days. I have a heart condition so I also try to take care of myself. My roommate told me about NATRAflex, and I decided to give to a try. I started on it faithfully, and forgot when I went out of town. I saw a huge difference in the way I felt. I now feel like I can take on my day without slowing down. I was shocked how much better I felt while being on NATRAflex."
— Vickie Lake
"I’m really against taking pain pills, because I don’t know what’s going into my body. I get pinched nerves in my neck from time to time and they are no treat! My veterinarian prescribed Velvet Antler to my dogs for spinal injuries. I noticed such a difference in their personality I decided to try it as well. Now, whenever my neck bothers me I take NATRAflex and the pain goes away completely! I was amazed how it made my neck feel. I really like the concept of a natural product doing so many wonderful things."
— Elsie Knight, age 59
"I’m a science teacher, and I enjoy hiking in the summertime. I just took a trip to the Grand Canyon. I knew I would have a lot of pain in my knees after hiking each day, so prior to the trip I took NATRAflex for a week. I not only had no pain in the mornings, I also felt great! I told all my friends about Velvet Antler. Now, they all want to try it."
— Cheryl McEwen, age 52
"I’m a business man on the go. At my age it’s essential that I take care of myself and stay fit. Because of arthritic problems in my knees, elbows and shoulders, I had to stop roping in the evenings. A good friend of mine told me about Velvet Antler, and that it helped joint pain. I started on NATRAflex along with other vitamins, and I’ve noticed I have more vitality and energy. I’m now able to rope four days a week without the intense pain in my shoulders. It’s been two years since I started using Velvet Antler, and I’m a strong believer in it!"
— Hugh Williams, age 54
"I was running five miles every morning and competing in as many local runs as I could squeeze into my schedule when I got bone spurs on both heels. I was forced to quit running and start therapy and ultrasound treatments. After two years I got very little relief. Then I started taking NATRAflex. After about a month my pain was nearly gone, the mobility in my joints increased and my energy level went way up. I can finally have the active life I love!"
— Krista Thurman
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CUSTOMER TESTIMONIALS FOR SUPERFLEX PET FORMULA WITH VELVET ANTLER
"From a medical point of view, Velvet Antler has shown a very positive effect on fracture healing, arthritis therapy, surgery recovery and overall wellness to include improved energy and vitality. Anyone who truly cares about their pets will give them Velvet Antler — it ensures the animals will live a healthier, happier and pain-free life."
— Dr. DeGrofft, DVM, Loveland, Colorado
"As a practicing veterinarian, I'm always a little skeptical of overly-optimistic claims and non-traditional remedies, but velvet antler is the real thing...We've been testing velvet antler on more than 100 small animals with chronic arthritic problems, and the results have been impressive. In more than 80 percent of the cases, we've seen significant improvements in the animal's mobility and vitality.
Unlike human test subjects, who can be influenced by psychological factors, you can't convince an animal that it feels better. It either does or doesn't. With velvet antler, we've seen dramatic improvements that can't be dismissed. And velvet antler doesn't create the kind of problems we often see with traditional heavy-hitter arthritis drugs that can cause liver damage, kidney damage, bleeding ulcers, and a host of other problems. Velvet antler is at the top of my list when it comes to treating pets with arthritis and joint pain."
— Dr. Clinton Balok, Cedar Animal Medical Center, Gallup, New Mexico (Read related article by Dr. Balok)
"I'm writing to share our wonderful success story with you for our sweet yellow lab, Jessie Mae. My fiance Wes and I started to do rescue work about a year and a half ago. Our first rescue was a cat named Chantilly and a yellow lab, named Jessie. I guess it's beginners luck because we fell in love with Jessie (later to be named Jessie Mae) from first sight. Jessie was overweight, unhealthy and in dire need of a holistic tune up.
We found that after two months of Jessie Mae being with us she could barely walk any longer. We took her to our traditional vet for a check up. She did a number of X-Rays and consultations with outside "experts" only to tell us Jessie Mae needed to have hip replacement surgery. Due to her advanced age (around 9-10) we sought out other opinions and found a wonderful holistic vet in our area. Surgery was the LAST thing we wanted to do.I also did research on a Yahoo Raw Fed Labrador Group and someone recommended SUPERflex Pet Formula. They had success with it and I figured I would give it a month and see if there was any difference in Jessie Mae.
After a year of Jessie Mae using SUPERflex, herbal equine powder and a healthy raw diet, Jessie Mae has lost 11 lbs and is as frisky as a puppy. She bounds up stairs like her little 11 month old brother and loves to run and swim in nearby Lake Michigan.
We believe that without the wonderful SUPERflex supplements that you sell in combination with great vet care and a fabulous diet, Jessie Mae would not be the happy, healthy and WELL pup she is today. We thank you wholeheartedly for offering this exceptional product to us. We are living proof that it works.
— Lori Joory and Wes Thomas (Kenosha, WI)
"Wild Thing, our cat, is about 13 years old and started limping suddenly one day. He couldn't put any weight at all on his front paw. He dangled his paw in front of him as he hobbled everywhere. It was so hard to watch. My vet prescribed aspirin, so I went online and found your company. I gave Wild Thing SUPERflex as recommended. At the end of three days, he was walking normally, and at the end of one week, he was chasing birds across the field. I can't tell you how much it means to me to see him so happy!
— Dorinda Breeland
"Curly, our 12 1/2 Chesapeake Bay Retriever mix, has been suffering from hip dysphasia since the age of two. After her yearly vaccines this August, she crashed and stopped using her rear legs. Her inability to walk caused dehydration and a bladder infection. She was so sick, miserable and frustrated at her lack of ability to get around, we were planning to help her to the bridge, and shed many tears. We really figured that this was to be the end of her lifespan. Miraculously, she walked down the stairs unaided the evening of her first dose to greet me when I came home from work! I'm not sure who was happier- the dog or me!
I can also attest to the effectiveness of your product. I've seen it (and felt it) work twice in our household. I have suffered from a rare disease called Mastocytosis for the last three years. Some of the minor symptoms are extreme fatigue and bone pain. I've done my best to keep pushing and not let the disease hamper my lifestyle, but it gets overwhelming sometimes. I ordered the special offered with Animal Wellness Magazine and started taking it the same day as Curly. I have to say that my fatigue has largely disappeared, and my bone pain is completely gone. I have never had any other product or medication make me feel like a normal person for three years.
I can actually say that I feel mostly like a well person now, and Curly has had an amazing turnaround. The results for both of us have been amazing, and I am eternally grateful. The whole family now takes it, myself and my husband, and both dogs. I heartily recommend your product to anyone I think might benefit from it, as I have seen the results firsthand.
Thanks again!"
— Lisa Tipton, Newhall, CA (Chesapeake Bay Retriever Relief and Rescue volunteer)
"Whole Cat Journal product reviewer Dusty Rainbolt has been using red deer velvet antler on her 16-year-old cat, Reched, who is kidney-compromised. She found within a couple of days he was going up and down the stairs again. His appetite improved and he started to put on weight."
— Whole Cat Journal, August 2002
"Dear NATRAflex, my daughter and I have to share our cat's story with you. Wild Thing, our cat, is about 13 years old and started limping suddenly one day. He couldn't put any weight at all on his front paw. He dangled his paw in front of him as he hobbled everywhere. It was so hard to watch. My vet prescribed aspirin, so I went online and found your company. I gave Wild Thing SUPERflex as recommended for a week, then cut it back to one every two days. I mixed it in his dry food. At the end of three days, he was walking normally, and at the end of one week, he was chasing birds across the field. I can't tell you how much it means to me to see him so happy! I tell everyone about your wonderful SUPERflex velvet antler pills."
— Dorinda Breeland
"I originally ordered for my aging cat after seeing SUPERflex recommended in Whole Cat Journal. I am glad that it came with a free trial of Premium Velvet Antler, because I and my cat are both much happier. Let me tell you how NATRAflex Premium Velvet Antler has benefited me. Last spring I developed an acutely painful and motion-restricting tendinitis in my arm and shoulder. The high-dose Ibuprofen prescribed over a number of months was not helping at all, and I was in too much pain to even attempt the recommended exercises. But after a week on velvet antler I saw a startling improvement, and now I am practically pain free."
— Dr. Nancy Jane Tyson, DVM
"Pogo (9 year-old Dachsund) has suffered for several years with spinal arthritis. The drugs he was on, including steroids, made little difference. I was ready to put him asleep. Since starting him on elk velvet, he is a new dog. He is happy, runs all over, and barks. He certainly feels like himself again."
— Phyllis Scoopmire
"Desi (10 year-old Rhodesian Ridgeback) was extremely crippled in her legs. We tried all the different arthritis medications with limited results. She has been on SUPERflex for four months, and acts more like a puppy than an old dog."
— John Cottoneo
"Schotzy (11 year-old Doberman) has bad hips and arthritis cervical vertebrae. She used to cry out in pain when you touched her head or neck. She has been on elk velvet for several months and is doing great. She runs and plays again, and seems pain free."
— Ardis Adams
" I now have 3 dogs on it (SUPERflex for PETS). It is a fantastic product and I can see the difference. Thanks a million."
— Kathi Dvorak
"Tierra ( 11 year-old Australian Shepherd) had terrible x-rays, almost no normal hip joints left. She has been on elk velvet for over three months and doing great. I have noticed no side-effects to the medication."
— Tess Langham
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