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Comparative nutritional analysis on different types of kibble

Comparative nutritional analysis on different types of kibble

The quality of a feed is certainly related to the ingredients, but other variables influence it as well, such as the digestibility of macronutrients, the activity of the gut microbiota, and the influence of carbohydrates on peak glycemic levels.
Advances in canine and feline nutrition have helped improve the longevity and well-being of pets. Concurrently, the pet food industry is making significant advances in raw material selection; for example, dietary fiber is experiencing renewed interest as it improves intestinal health and stool quality. Thus, for a complete assessment of the quality of a food, not only the ingredients, , but also the digestibility of macronutrients as well as the production processes, which influence it, must be considered. Assessing the nutritional quality of small animal foods by estimating the digestibility of various nutrients is of paramount importanc...
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