• Constituents
• Mode of Action
• Animals That Can Possibly Benefit From Sasha’s Blend
• SASHA’S BLEND - KEY PRODUCT POINTS
• SASHA’S BLEND FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

CONSTITUENTS

Green Shell Mussel Powder - The activity of the anti-inflammatory element of GSM has a direct correlation to the condition of the environment during harvesting and like the GAGs, the methods of processing are critical to maintaining this level of activity. Interpath strictly monitors all of these aspects.

Abalone Powder – As with the Green Shell Mussel, the activity of the Abalone has a direct correlation to the condition of the environment during harvesting and like the GAGs, the methods of processing are critical to maintaining this level of activity. Interpath strictly monitors all of these aspects.

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MODE OF ACTION

1) Anti-inflammatory - Sasha’s Blend has a non-invasive anti-inflammatory action that is safe to take long term.

2) Optimal Gastro-intestinal (G.I.) Function - Sasha’s Blend balances the pH through the G.I. Tract, bolstering the G.I. Lining and Mucosa level to ensure optimum G.I Function.

3) Joint Conditioning - Sasha’s Blend bolsters the Synovial Membrane (Joint Encasing Membrane) achieving Ultra Filtration of Plasma (Blood) which then correlates to healthy Synovial Fluid (Oil In Joint) and the ability to absorb nutrients and actives to feed and keep the Articular Cartilage and Joint Capsule healthy.

Full Chondro-protectivity - Sasha’s Blend provides a full range of GAGs (Chondroitin, Keratin, Dermatin, Heparin and Glucosamine) including the all-important Chondroitin and Keratin. Interpath chooses these marine based GAG’s because of their high absorbability.

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Animals That Can Possibly Benefit From Sasha’s Blend

• Older Dogs and Cats slowing down.
• Young and old Dogs and Cats with arthritis, elbow and hip dysplasia.
• Working or agility Dogs, including Greyhounds to maintain performance.
• Puppies of large breeds during the growth period 6 months to 2 years.
• And as a preventative for all Dogs and Cats ½ way through their life to reduce the risk of joint deterioration later on in life. And only “Half The Dose” is required as a preventative measure.
• For horses an extensive trial both in-vitro and in-vivo is near completion (12/05/05) at Guelph University, Ontario, Canada and results to date have been outstanding. From this trial a specific Equine product will be released.(possible release date June 2007) A number of vets are using the existing Sasha’s Blend formulation on horses and have reported good success. For the dose rates here just contact us.
• Other use; Sasha’s Blend has been used quite extensively by vet in both pre and post operative situations for it’s natural anti-inflammatory benefits and to aid and speed up the recovery process.

All animals which are insured with PET PLAN in Ireland, can have the product Sashas Blend included on there treatment form , and claim the cost of the product back through the insurance scheme

Other Animals - Sasha’s Blend has been utalised by various vets worldwide on numerous animals with reported success. These results are strictly anecdotal, with to date, no full trials being undertaken on these species of animals. To clarify a species please contact Interpath Pty Ltd.

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SASHA’S BLEND - KEY PRODUCT POINTS

• Sasha’s Blend is an all-natural joint health treatment for dogs and cats.
• Sasha’s Blend is a natural/nutraceutical treatment that has achieved a full veterinary medicine registration.
• In dollar terms, Sasha’s Blend is the largest selling individual veterinary product in Australia. This is clarified/supported with the letter of endorsement from Provet Group the largest veterinary wholesaler in Australia and New Zealand. Provet Group supplies approximately 70% of the total Australasian market so are obviously the largest Australasian veterinary wholesaler.
• In twelve months, Sasha’s Blend in dollar terms has become the largest selling individual product for Interpath’s Canadian distributor.
• In the countries where Sasha’s Blend has been launched sales are following the identical growth curve to Australia.
• Sasha’s Blend is the only joint health treatment both pharmaceutical and nutraceutical that addresses the four key needs to be an effective joint treatment.

- Anti-inflammatory

- Optimal G.I. Functional

- Joint Conditioning

- Full Chondro-protectivity

Sasha’s Blend is safe to take long-term.

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SASHA’S BLEND FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Response: - This is just another natural joint treatment; there are hundreds of them.WHY is Sasha's Blend so different?

Answer: - Yes there are hundreds of these natural joint treatments. But Sasha’s Blend has achieved registration as a full veterinary medicine in Australia, which is one of the toughest countries in the world to achieve registration. Interpath has had to scientifically prove Sasha’s Blend’s claims and has met the same criteria as any pharmaceutical. No other natural product has achieved that. On top of this, as you have pointed out it is natural which has the added bonus of being able to sell as a nutritional supplement negating the need for registration. Sasha’s Blend is a drug that happens to be natural.

Response: - This is just another Glycosaminoglycans or GAG based product.

Answer: - Yes Sasha’s Blend has Glycosaminoglycans or GAG constituents but it is not just a GAG based product and unlike the GAG based products which predominantly have only two GAG’s, Glucosamine and or Chondroitin, Sasha’s Blend has the full range of Chondroprotective agents including all of the GAG’s, Chondroitin, Keratin, Dermatin, Heparin and Glucosamine, and the cartilage needs a full range of GAG’s not just one or two. Also for Chondroprotective Agents/GAG’s to work the joint must first be in a condition to absorb them. Sasha’s Blend is also medically proven in this area. Sasha’s Blend is the only joint health treatment both pharmaceutical and nutraceutical that addresses the four key needs to be an effective joint treatment.

- Anti-inflammatory

- Optimal G.I. Functional

- Joint Conditioning

- Full Chondro-protectivity

On top of this for GAG’s to be effective the processing of them is critical. During the processing stages exposure to even moderate levels of heat can either severely damage or destroy the activity of the GAG’s.

Response: - This is just another Green Shell Mussel (GSM) product.

Answer: - Yes Sasha’s Blend has a Green Shell Mussel (GSM) powder as a constituent but it is not just a Green Shell Mussel (GSM) based product. The activity of the anti-inflammatory element of GSM has a direct correlation to the condition of the environment during harvesting and like the GAG’s the methods of processing are critical to maintaining this level of activity. Interpath strictly monitors all of these aspects plus Sasha’s Blend is the only joint health treatment both pharmaceutical and nutraceutical that addresses the four key needs to be an effective joint treatment.

- Anti-inflammatory

- Optimal G.I. Functional

- Joint Conditioning

- Full Chondro-protectivity

So Sasha’s Blend is definitely not just a GSM product.

Response: - Sasha’s Blend can be purchased at any Pet Store.

Answer: - Interpath supports the veterinary industry by only supplying Sasha’s Blend for sale through veterinarians. Sasha’s Blend is “VET ONLY”.

Response: - So what is so different about Sasha’s Blend?

Answer: - Sasha’s Blend is a natural/nutraceutical treatment that has achieved a full veterinary medicine registration.

In dollar terms, Sasha’s Blend is the largest selling individual veterinary product in Australia. This is clarified/supported with the letter of endorsement from Provet Group the largest veterinary wholesaler in Australia and New Zealand. Provet Group supplies approximately 70% of the total Australasian market so are obviously the largest Australasian veterinary wholesaler.

· In twelve months, Sasha’s Blend in dollar terms has become the largest selling individual product for Interpath’s Canadian distributor.

· In the countries where Sasha’s Blend has been launched sales are following the identical growth curve to Australia.

· Sasha’s Blend is the only joint health treatment both pharmaceutical and nutraceutical that addresses the four key needs to be an effective joint treatment.

- Anti-inflammatory

- Optimal G.I. Functional

- Joint Conditioning

- Full Chondro-protectivity

· Sasha’s Blend is safe to take long-term.

· Sasha’s Blend is sold only through vets. Sasha’s Blend is “VET ONLY”

· Sasha’s Blend is also available in fully active, Medicated Tabs.

· Interpath has full technical backup and support.

Response: - Why has Sasha’s Blend been so successful?

Answer: - Sasha’s Blend has been by far the largest selling joint health treatment in Australia for the last 3 years because:

- Sasha’s Blend works

- Sasha’s Blend is safe.

- Sasha’s Blend is cost effective.

Sasha’s Blend was the first Australian developed natural product to achieve registration as a full veterinary medicine and it’s now exported all over the world.

Response: - Is Sasha’s Blend expensive?

Answer: - Sasha’s Blend is very cost effective. For a 20kg dog Sasha’s Blend costs approximately 45cent per day(based on a 250gm container ,which retails at approx €66Euro). The powder is easily mixed with food once a day – and most dogs love the flavour. There is also capsules which are ideal for smaller dogs. Sasha’s Blend is available over the counter from veterinary clinics – you do not need a consultation. If your vet does not have any in stock ask them to order it in for you.

Response: - Is Sasha’s Blend safe to take long term?

Answer: - Interpath has conducted extensive safety trial proving that Sasha’s Blend is safe for long-term use. Registration as a full veterinary medicine could not have been achieved unless a full Safety Data Trial had not been undertaken and completed with satisfactory results.

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