British Supplements

• Qi is mentioned, but there are concerns about their lab reports being doctored, specifically regarding heavy metals. One user says, "They were my go-to for a while - and you're saying their COA is DOCTORED."
• Oriveda is recommended as the "safest bet" by a user. Another user asks if Oriveda is the way to go and is looking for other 1:1 product brands that are recommended for a lower price.
• Real Mushrooms brand Lion's Mane is brought up, with one user asking if this brand is recommended. California Gold Nutrition's Lion's Mane capsules are also mentioned as a whole mushroom, not an extract, but lacking active compound analysis.

Pros and Cons

Qi (Concerns)

• Pros: Might be a go-to brand for some users.
• Cons: Lab reports may be doctored, specifically regarding heavy metals.

Oriveda

• Pros: Considered the "safest" bet by users.
• Cons: High price point might be a deterrent for some users.

Real Mushrooms

• Pros: Considered a good brand by some users.
• Cons: Lack of active compound analysis mentioned by users.

California Gold Nutrition

• Pros: Offers Lion's Mane in whole mushroom form.
• Cons: Lack of active compound analysis and no clear information on the exact quantity of active compounds.

Caring for Cats and Dogs

• Feeding cats vegan diets or forcing them to be herbivores is debated, with many emphasizing the need for a meat-based diet for cats as obligate carnivores.
• Cats' and dogs' dietary needs are discussed, with some pointing out that omnivores like dogs can thrive on well-balanced vegan diets, but cats as obligate carnivores require meat or carefully supplemented alternatives.
• The importance of consulting with a vet and ensuring all nutritional needs are met, whether through meat or supplements, is emphasized.
• Concerns are raised about feeding dogs chocolate, and examples are given to illustrate the difference between animals' food preferences and their actual nutritional requirements.
• The naturalistic fallacy is debunked, with the idea that just because something occurs in nature does not mean it is automatically beneficial for animals, such as dogs needing to eat meat like their wild counterparts.

Pros and Cons of Plant-Based Diets for Pets

Dogs

• Pros: Can thrive on a well-balanced vegan diet with proper supplementation.
• Cons: Some argue that dogs are omnivores and don't require meat, while others emphasize the importance of ensuring all nutritional needs are met.

Cats

• Pros: Some studies show potential for vegan diets using alternatives like lab-grown meat for cats.
• Cons: Cats are obligate carnivores, which means they require meat or carefully supplemented alternatives in their diet to thrive.

General

• Pros: Plant-based diets can be suitable with proper care and supplementation.
• Cons: Cats have specific dietary needs that may be best met with a meat-based diet or carefully formulated alternatives.