Role and benefits of dietary fiber in the diet of dogs and cats

A review recently published has remarked on the importance of fiber in animal diets, exploring its effects and benefits in various clinical settings, particularly in the management of gastrointestinal disorders. Dietary fiber intake through the diet has extremely important benefits for the maintenance ofgastrointestinal tract ( GIT) homeostasis. Here, in fact, dietary fiber promotes the physical alteration of food during digestion, modulates the sensation of hunger and satiety, regulates the digestive process, and provides an available energy source for fermentative reactions of the intestinal microbial flora. The benefits are not limited to...