Brightwell Aquatics Garlic Power - Concentrated Garlic Supplement for Marine Fishes.* Delivers the nutritional benefits of raw garlic to fishes primarily by being applied to their food.
* Consists solely of preserved extract of raw garlic with a small amount of vitamin-C as a
preservative.
* Does not require refrigeration.
* Formulated by a marine scientist.
Technical Background:
Brightwell Aquatics GARLICPOWER consists solely of the preserved
extract of raw garlic. Garlic has long been believed by many to have
medicinal properties, and clinical research is beginning to support
some of the claims that have been made by garlic's supporters. It was
once thought that the active component in garlic was a compound called
Allicin, which is formed by the combination of the amino acid Alliin
with the enzyme Alliinase that occurs when the garlic is damaged (i.e.
cut, processed, bitten, etc.). Research has shown that allicin is
unstable and has a very short life, beginning to degrade immediately
after formation (a process sped up by exposure to heat; conversely,
refrigeration prolongs the life of allicin, though not likely enough
to ensure its presence in a garlic extract product); the result of
this degradation is a number of compounds called Diallyl Sulphides.
These compounds also exhibit beneficial properties, and though not as
effective as allicin, their use in medical treatments, and the exact
nature of the benefits provided, are the subject of ongoing research.
In aquaria, the use of garlic is often associated with improving the
health of fishes, particularly in systems experiencing difficulty with
parasites. As noted in the Instructions and Guidelines, this product
is not intended for use as a medication. Garlic has also been shown to
motivate newly-added and/or finicky fishes to feed; this is
accomplished by soaking food in a small amount of garlic extract for
several minutes and then feeding, and the results are often very
gratifying. Note that while garlic may increase the palatability of
foods, this approach should not be thought of as a means to circumvent
avoiding the purchase of fish species known to have poor survival
records in captivity due to their dietary requirements (i.e. various
species of coralivorous butterflyfishes, spongivorous angelfishes,
etc.). Always research the dietary and environmental needs of fishes
before purchasing and introducing them into an aquarium.
Instructions and Guidelines:
To fortify prepared food (recommended): Shake product well before
using. Place food in a clean container such as a small bowl or cup and
add only enough GARLICPOWER to saturate. Allow at least 5 minutes to
elapse before feeding, enabling adequate time for the product to
become thoroughly absorbed by the food. Liquid food suspensions may be
fortified by adding 1.0 ml (approximately 8 drops) GARLICPOWER per 10
ml of food suspension; stir to mix and allow 5 minutes to elapse
before feeding. Maximum benefit of any liquid food suspension is
achieved when the food is target-fed to the intended organisms rather
than poured into a stream of water and allowed to disperse randomly
throughout the aquarium. Over a period of several months, the dosage
may be increased by 50% if so desired as long as water quality is
monitored and maintained to within the required ranges. Observe water
quality carefully at all times, making adjustments as needed.
If adding directly to aquarium: Shake product well before using. Add 5
ml (1 capful) of product per 50 US-gallons of aquarium water every
other day, or add « that dosage daily. When used in this fashion, 125
ml treats up to 1,250 US-gallons (4,732 L). Observe water quality
carefully at all times, making adjustments as needed.
No medicinal claims are made for GARLICPOWER, however fishes showing
signs of ectoparasites may benefit from the addition of garlic to
their diet (see opposite panel). If ectoparasites are present,
GARLICPOWER may be added to food as recommended and dosed directly
into aquarium at « the recommended dosage. It is generally recommended
that GARLICPOWER be utilized either as a means of fortifying prepared
food or to provide benefit by direct addition to the water, but not
both except as noted above.
Caution:
Keep out of reach of children. Not for human consumption.
Ingredients:
Garlic extract, Ascorbic acid