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These excerpts from interviews with Dr. Sergio Canello highlight his strong convictions regarding the profound impact of diet, particularly the presence of chemical contaminants and an imbalance of essential fatty acids, on the health of both humans and animals. Dr. Canello argues that modern food production methods have transformed food from a “first medicine” into a “first poison,” leading to a wide array of chronic and often unexplained health issues. He emphasizes the importance of returning to a more natural, less processed diet and advocates for the significant therapeutic potential of Omega-3 fatty acids and, to a lesser extent, homeopathy and certain natural substances like Chlorella. Dr. Canello’s views are based on his extensive clinical experience, personal observations, and research, including collaborations with universities.
Key Themes and Ideas:
1. Food as the Primary Cause of Modern Illnesses:
Dr. Canello’s central argument is that the food we consume, and that we feed our pets, is the primary driver of many contemporary health problems. He asserts that while traditionally food was a source of health (“prima medicina”), it has now become a major source of toxicity (“primo veleno”) due to widespread chemical contamination in both plant and animal products.
- Quote: “il cibo il motore dell’esistenza biologica Quindi da prima medicina a primo veleno perché così lo stiamo facendo diventare” (food the engine of biological existence So from first medicine to first poison because that’s how we are making it become).
- Quote: “il principio effettivamente Purtroppo è che la chimica la chimica ci sta avvelenando” (the principle actually Unfortunately is that chemistry chemistry is poisoning us).
2. Chemical Contamination and Legal Limits:
Dr. Canello points to the alarming number of authorized chemical principles used in agriculture (citing 2000 in the United States for vegetables) as a significant source of this poisoning. He is critical of existing legal limits for contaminants, arguing they are often theoretical and not based on clinical reality. He contends that the practice of observing health issues in individuals demonstrates that these limits are too high.
- Quote: “negli Stati Uniti Ci sono 2000 principi autorizzati per i vegetali 2000” (in the United States there are 2000 authorized principles for vegetables 2000).
- Quote: “Bisognerebbe è necessario assolutamente diminuire delle volte anche di 10 volte ma anche di 30 volte quello che è il limite di tolleranza che dice la legge perché sono sono limiti che sono teorici oppure sono limiti che ci che sono… errati” (It would be absolutely necessary to reduce sometimes even by 10 times but also by 30 times what the legal tolerance limit says because they are theoretical limits or they are limits that are… wrong).
3. Specific Sources of Toxins and Their Effects:
Dr. Canello identifies several specific sources of concern:
- Processed Pet Food (Crocchette): He strongly believes that commercial dry pet food (crocchette) is a major cause of various reactions and problems in dogs. He attributes this to the use of processed animal carcasses, which he claims can be contaminated with toxins, particularly metabolites of antibiotics like oxytetracycline.
- Quote: “le crocchette sono veramente in questo momento la la motivazione per cui i cani che mangiano crocchette hanno continuamente reazioni varie” (croquettes are really at this moment the reason why dogs that eat croquettes continually have various reactions).
- Quote: “la presenza dell’ossi treclin tal quale che magari è nell’ambito cioè nel nella regola di legge di 100 mg Pro kg ma se c’ha 100 mg Pro kg vuol dire che ci sono i metaboliti e quelli là sappiamo che hanno una una tossicità altissima” (the presence of oxytetracycline as it is, which may be within the legal limit of 100 mg per kg, but if it has 100 mg per kg, it means there are metabolites and those are known to have very high toxicity).
- Cereals and Grains: He considers cereals to be neurotoxic due to the presence of aflatoxins and ochratoxin, and also believes gluten is neurotoxic. He suggests that consuming large quantities of cereals contributes to accumulated toxicity.
- Quote: “nei vegetali ci sono delle neurotossine perché io ho dei sintomi neurologici chiarissimi che mi vengono subito dopo che io mangio certi vegetali… sono le aflatossine l’ocr tosina cioè con i cereali tu hai… sono diciamo tossine che possono addirittura portare a morte certi animali” (in vegetables there are neurotoxins because I have very clear neurological symptoms that come to me immediately after I eat certain vegetables… they are aflatoxins ochratoxin, meaning with cereals you have… they are toxins that can even lead to the death of certain animals).
- Quote: “il problema è che è neurotossica anche il glutine e non lo immaginavo” (the problem is that gluten is also neurotoxic and I didn’t imagine it).
- Meat (Chicken and Turkey): He states that chicken and turkey are “surely the worst” from the perspective of potential contamination.
- Quote: “il pollo e il tacchino sono sicuramente i peggiori da questo punto di vista” (chicken and turkey are surely the worst from this point of view).
- Milk and Dairy: He argues that modern milk and dairy products are problematic and contribute to intolerances that did not exist in the past, attributing this to changes in production methods.
- Quote: “il latte è diventato un problema grosso è un problema grosso latte latticini lo vediamo quanti siamo intolleranti a questo e questo è un altro… problema legato all’uomo e alle metodiche che usa senò non ha senso come sono venute le intolleranze che non esistevano” (milk has become a big problem, milk and dairy are a big problem, we see how many of us are intolerant to this and this is another… problem related to man and the methods he uses, otherwise it makes no sense how intolerances that didn’t exist have come about).
4. The Importance of Omega-3 Fatty Acids:
Dr. Canello is a strong advocate for the supplementation of Omega-3 fatty acids, highlighting the significant imbalance between Omega-3 and Omega-6 in the modern diet. He explains that Omega-3s make cell membranes elastic, while Omega-6s make them rigid, and this imbalance contributes to various health issues. He has observed remarkable improvements in conditions like joint pain, back pain, sciatica, and even mood and cognitive function with high doses of Omega-3s.
- Quote: “Omega3 ce n’è proprio veramente pressoché nulla nell’alimentazione pochissimo e allora bisogna incorrere ricorrere agli integratori” (There is practically almost nothing of Omega3 in the diet, very little, and so we must resort to supplements).
- Quote: “gli omega-3… elasticizzanti le membrane cellulari mentre gli omega-6 le irrigidiscono solo l’equilibrio Fra omega-3 e omega-6 fa che le cellule abbiano la loro giusta consistenza” (omega-3s… making cell membranes elastic while omega-6s make them rigid, only the balance between omega-3 and omega-6 makes cells have their proper consistency).
- Quote: “ho cominciato a prendere gli Omega3 e prima cosa Dopo circa 20 giorni poco più io non avevo più dolore al al ginocchio nessuna in nessuna posizione Tant’è vero che ho ricominciato a sciare” (I started taking Omega3s and first thing, after about 20 days or a little more, I no longer had pain in my knee in any position, so much so that I started skiing again).
- Quote: “ho avuto una lucidità e lei c’ha la memoria fotografica e g gli è ritornata quella che ha sempre avuto qu perché ci intossichi tutti” (I had a clarity and she has photographic memory and it came back to her, what she always had because we all get intoxicated).
5. Recognizing and Addressing Intolerances and Adverse Reactions:
Dr. Canello emphasizes that adverse reactions or intolerances to food are often dose-dependent and not necessarily true allergies. He suggests that if a food causes problems sometimes and not others, it’s likely due to the level of contaminants in that particular batch. He advises identifying and eliminating offending foods, noting that improvements can be seen relatively quickly (within days).
- Quote: “le intolleranze queste reazioni avverse o ce l’hai o non ce l’hai non ha senso che tu ce l’hai una volta un’altra volta poco un’altra volta niente un’altra volta tantissimo evidentemente dipende dal carico che hanno diciamo gli alimenti” (intolerances, these adverse reactions, either you have them or you don’t, it makes no sense that you have them once, another time a little, another time nothing, another time a lot, obviously it depends on the load the foods have, let’s say).
- Quote: “se tu togli la causa l’organismo si rimette e e e toglie il problema qu è questo la prima cosa Questo vale per qualsiasi problema” (if you remove the cause, the organism recovers and removes the problem, that’s the first thing, this applies to any problem).
6. Mitochondrial Dysfunction and Toxins:
Dr. Canello proposes a connection between toxic substances and the function of mitochondria, the powerhouses of cells. He believes that toxins can block mitochondrial activity, leading to inflammation and organ dysfunction. However, he suggests that this block is not permanent and the mitochondria are not damaged, implying the possibility of recovery once the toxins are removed.
- Quote: “le sostanze tossiche bloccano L’attività dei mitocondri le bloccano Quindi cosa succede arrivano le sostanze tossiche e ognuno avrà un organo che eh più debole in cui si manifesterà questo blocco e quindi l’infiammazione e anche il disturbo proprio della funzione di quell’organo là” (toxic substances block the activity of mitochondria, they block them So what happens is that toxic substances arrive and each person will have a weaker organ where this block will manifest and therefore inflammation and also the disturbance of the function of that organ).
7. The Role of the Microbiome and Intestinal Barrier:
He highlights the importance of a healthy gut microbiome and the intestinal barrier, describing the latter as a “frontier” that regulates what enters the body. He suggests that this barrier can become compromised (“colabrodo” – sieve or colander) due to dietary factors, allowing harmful substances to enter the bloodstream and cause problems in various organs.
- Quote: “noi abbiamo che la barriera intestinale è diventata un colabrodo” (we have that the intestinal barrier has become a sieve).
8. Skepticism towards Conventional Medicine and Research:
Dr. Canello expresses a degree of skepticism towards conventional medical approaches that focus on treating symptoms rather than addressing the root cause, which he believes is often dietary. He suggests that some research may be influenced by vested interests or fail to consider the clinical reality of toxic exposure. He advocates for observing the results of dietary changes as a primary indicator of what works.
- Quote: “tutto ciò che dice ma devi aspettare per vedere i risultati eccetera Non esiste guarda cioè o tu vedi magari piano una progressione oppure vuol dire che ciò che stai facendo Non ha risultato strada era bisogna cambiare strada” (everything that says you have to wait to see results, etc. doesn’t exist, look, either you see a slow progression or it means that what you are doing is not getting results, you have to change direction).
- Quote: “la mia grande forza è che quello quando parlo È perché ho veramente dei sono sicuro di quello che dico e la mia sicurezza viene ovviamente confermata da quello che succede applicando i metodi cioè certi metodi di cambio di alimentazione danno dei risultati così incredibilmente Chiari rapidi meravigliosi che proprio Sono la conferma assoluta che quello che diciamo è vero” (my great strength is that when I speak it is because I am really sure of what I am saying and my certainty is obviously confirmed by what happens when applying the methods, that is, certain dietary change methods give such incredibly clear, rapid, wonderful results that they are the absolute confirmation that what we are saying is true).
9. Advocating for Natural and Holistic Approaches:
Dr. Canello promotes a return to more natural foods and the use of natural remedies. He mentions the potential benefits of Chlorella and the value of homeopathy, although he emphasizes that the core issue is diet. He believes in the body’s inherent ability to heal itself if the obstacles (toxins) are removed.
- Quote: “la natura sì se noi togliamo i bastoni fra le ruote alla natura la natura è capace di autorigenerarsi e di guarire oltre ogni aspettativa” (nature yes, if we remove the obstacles from nature, nature is capable of regenerating itself and healing beyond all expectation).
10. Addressing Specific Health Issues:
He touches upon various health issues and their potential connection to diet:
- Behavioral Problems (Anxiety, Aggression): He suggests that altered behavior, including excessive barking in dogs and even “raptus” or fits of anger in humans, can be linked to toxins affecting neurotransmitters.
- Quote: “possono svilupparsi dei comportamenti alterati che ti possono è possibile che ti possono provocare anche dei veri e propri raptus” (altered behaviors can develop that can possibly cause even real fits of anger).
- Quote: “loro stanno male abbaiano perché hanno un problema proprio di ansia” (they are sick, they bark because they have a real anxiety problem).
- Infertility: He mentions a study showing a high presence of oxytetracycline metabolites in the seminal fluid of infertile or hypofertile dogs.
- Quote: “su 10 su 11 c’era l’ossitocina quel farmaco che per sé ribadisco che non è tossico Ma se c’è l’ossido tetraciclina c’è il suo metabolita per forza” (on 10 out of 11 there was oxytocin, that drug which I reiterate is not toxic in itself, but if there is oxytetracycline oxide there is its metabolite by force).
- Joint and Musculoskeletal Pain: He attributes significant improvements in his own knee and shoulder pain, as well as observed results in back pain and sciatica, to Omega-3 supplementation.
- Neurological Symptoms: He describes personal experiences with neurological symptoms like tinnitus (acufene), changes in vision (“Technicolor” vision when well), and a strange syndrome of feeling the body heavy at night, which he links to dietary toxins.
- Skin Problems (Hot Spots): He identifies “hot spots” in dogs as a classic reaction to contaminated food, particularly bones.
- Quote: “quella piaga che il cane si fa con la bocca leccandosi insistentemente in un punto… il problema si chiama questo” (that wound that the dog makes by licking insistently in one spot… that’s what the problem is called).
- Kidney Failure in Dogs: He states that commercial dry food is a primary cause of urinary tract issues and kidney failure in dogs due to its dryness.
- Quote: “le crocchette da sole sono un problema perché sono troppo secche e quindi tendono proprio a rendere troppo denso il sangue che passa per il è in mano ma rovina e poi fa venire da noi idrato dottore idrato sempre da due passi al giorno ma in questo caso gli altri cani da sempre ho sempre da una mia vita crocchette con l’acqua” (croquettes alone are a problem because they are too dry and therefore tend to make the blood that passes through the kidneys too dense, and then they ruin them and cause us to have hydrated doctor, always hydrated twice a day, but in this case the other dogs have always had croquettes with water their whole life).
- Dry Eye: He observed the disappearance of dry eye symptoms in a person using Omega-3s.
- Snoring: He hypothesizes that snoring in dogs improved with Omega-3s due to increased tissue elasticity in the throat.
11. Practical Advice:
Dr. Canello offers practical advice, such as:
- Observe your animal’s reactions to food.
- If chronic problems exist, identify and eliminate foods eaten regularly.
- Consider high-dose Omega-3 supplementation, ideally after testing the Omega-3/Omega-6 ratio.
- Be cautious about commercial pet food and prioritize less processed options.
- Don’t be immediately alarmed by simple health issues in pets; sometimes a dietary change is the solution.
12. The Importance of the Omega-3 to Omega-6 Ratio:
He stresses the critical importance of the balance between Omega-3 and Omega-6 fatty acids, noting the dramatically high Omega-6 content in common foods like corn (43:1) and sunflower oil (70:1), while Omega-3s are scarce in the modern diet.
- Quote: “il mais ha 43 parti di omega6 per 1 Omega3 è drammatico il rapporto” (corn has 43 parts of omega6 to 1 Omega3, the ratio is dramatic).
- Quote: “l’olio di semi di girasole a 70 parti che bella 6 per un omega 3” (sunflower seed oil has 70 parts omega 6 to 1 omega 3).
13. Homeopathy and Natural Remedies:
While primarily focusing on diet, Dr. Canello briefly mentions positive experiences with homeopathy in treating animals, including zoo animals. He describes it as an “incredible technique” based on frequency rather than chemistry. He also suggests certain plants can help modulate behavior.
- Quote: “ho curato gli animali dello zoo senza nemmeno avvicinarmi… e osservando le loro reazioni in omeopatia tu puoi trovare il rimedio giusto e ho veramente messo a posto veramente casi anche incredibili” (I treated the zoo animals without even getting close… and by observing their reactions in homeopathy you can find the right remedy and I have truly fixed truly incredible cases).
14. Personal Experiences and Research:
Dr. Canello frequently draws upon his own health experiences and observations of his family and clients as evidence for his claims. He also mentions having conducted research, including studies with universities, to support his views on the toxicity of certain substances.
Potential Limitations:
It is important to note that these are excerpts from interviews and may not represent the full scope of Dr. Canello’s views or the scientific basis for all of his claims. Some of his statements, particularly regarding specific mechanisms of action and the broad range of conditions attributed to diet, may be considered unconventional by mainstream medical and veterinary perspectives. The lack of detailed information about the methodology and results of his research collaborations limits the ability to fully assess the scientific rigor of his findings.
Conclusion:
Dr. Sergio Canello presents a compelling case for the significant role of diet and environmental toxins in the prevalence of modern diseases in both humans and animals. His strong emphasis on the imbalance of Omega-3 and Omega-6 fatty acids and the potential toxicity of food contaminants provides a framework for understanding and addressing various health issues. While some of his claims may require further investigation and validation within conventional scientific frameworks, his personal observations and reported clinical successes suggest that a critical look at dietary practices and potential toxin exposure is warranted for improving health outcomes. His call to action to consider food as “first medicine” and to address the root causes of illness, rather than solely treating symptoms, is a valuable perspective in the current health landscape.
