If you are confused about the quality of beet pulp in dog food, you are not alone. Perhaps you have been a victim of some very poor homework or clever marketing and have been led to believe that beet pulp is bad. If so, it steers you away from some of the finest pet foods ever made.
Holistic veterinarian, Dr. Jane Bicks, DVM has addressed this ingredient to help pet owners make an educated decision about their pets food.
Fiber is required in every diet for a healthy intestinal tract and good nutrient absorption. Beet pulp is not eaten by us so we think all kinds of things. The sugar beet is of course used for sugar. None is left in the beet because of the cost of sugar. We use the pulp, which is like the orange pulp. Studies have demonstrated that beet pulp is an excellent fiber. It increases the amount of nutrients digested, keeps the intestinal cells healthy and ensures proper movement of the intestines. When it goes into the large intestines it produces food for the intestinal cells. Many fibers do not do this.
Studies have shown increased absorption of nutrients when beet pulp is used. It has been used for years and there are tons and tons of studies. It also feeds the immune organ in the gut. That immune organ likes the food that is produced from the beet pulp and it must stay healthy. Last, many fiber will tie up some of the minerals and not let them be absorbed. Beet Pulp ties up less than the others.
Some breeds of dogs and cats are known for their excessive tearing, salivation and or licking of their feet. The glands that feed the tear and saliva glands contain nutrients that come from the blood. The blood circulates around the body and carries these nutrients to all parts of the body including the glands mentioned above.
When the tears and or saliva mix with the air the iron in the blood causes the gland secretions to be reddish in color. Some animals produce color that is more red than others. The red color does not come from ingredients in foods.
Some people feel that the red staining is due to the beet pulp. The beet is grey, not red.
Dr. Jane Bicks, DVM – holistic veterinarian.
Holistic veterinarian, Dr. Jane Bicks, DVM has addressed this ingredient to help pet owners make an educated decision about their pets food.
Fiber is required in every diet for a healthy intestinal tract and good nutrient absorption. Beet pulp is not eaten by us so we think all kinds of things. The sugar beet is of course used for sugar. None is left in the beet because of the cost of sugar. We use the pulp, which is like the orange pulp. Studies have demonstrated that beet pulp is an excellent fiber. It increases the amount of nutrients digested, keeps the intestinal cells healthy and ensures proper movement of the intestines. When it goes into the large intestines it produces food for the intestinal cells. Many fibers do not do this.
Studies have shown increased absorption of nutrients when beet pulp is used. It has been used for years and there are tons and tons of studies. It also feeds the immune organ in the gut. That immune organ likes the food that is produced from the beet pulp and it must stay healthy. Last, many fiber will tie up some of the minerals and not let them be absorbed. Beet Pulp ties up less than the others.
Some breeds of dogs and cats are known for their excessive tearing, salivation and or licking of their feet. The glands that feed the tear and saliva glands contain nutrients that come from the blood. The blood circulates around the body and carries these nutrients to all parts of the body including the glands mentioned above.
When the tears and or saliva mix with the air the iron in the blood causes the gland secretions to be reddish in color. Some animals produce color that is more red than others. The red color does not come from ingredients in foods.
Some people feel that the red staining is due to the beet pulp. The beet is grey, not red.
Dr. Jane Bicks, DVM – holistic veterinarian.
Dr. Jane is defined by her absolute dedication to the health and wellness of companion animals.
Much of her career spent researching and developing premium pet products, Dr. Jane is a nationally recognized authority on the holistic treatment of animals.
Learn more about Dr. Jane Bicks
Much of her career spent researching and developing premium pet products, Dr. Jane is a nationally recognized authority on the holistic treatment of animals.
Learn more about Dr. Jane Bicks