Dechra Specific FEW-DM Endocrine Support Wet Cat Food - 7 x 100g By Dechra Specific

SPECIFIC® Endocrine Support is a complete dietetic pet food for regulation of glucose supply (diabetes mellitus) in adult cats. The diet has a low level of mono- and disaccharides. The diet furthermore has a low carbohydrate and high protein content and contains a high level of marine-sourced omega-3 fatty acids and added beta-glucans and natural antioxidants. The diet covers all the nutritional requirements of adult cats with diabetes mellitus whilst contributing to their health.

Benefits

In cats, amino acids rather than glucose trigger the insulin release. The very low content of carbohydrates and the high content of protein reduce hyperglycemia in cats with diabetes mellitus and supports diabetic remission.

Uniquely high levels of omega-3 fatty acids from fish and fish oil. Diabetes is associated with increased levels inflammatory mediators, reduced insulin sensitivity and reduced immune status. Omega-3 fatty acids provide precursors for production of mediators for support of the natural anti-inflammatory process, supports the immune status and can help to increase insulin sensitivity.

Beta-1,3/1,6-glucans can bind to macrophages and alert the immune system, thereby supporting immune response and altering natural cytokine production and help in maintaining glycemic control.

Diabetes mellitus is associated with oxidative stress, which is involved in the development of diabetic complications. High dietary levels of antioxidant substances, such as vitamin A, E and fruit extracts help to neutralize the reactive oxygen species.

Fermentable fibres (FOS and beet pulp) to promote growth of beneficial colonic bacteria to maintain a healthy microbiome in diabetic cats.

Ingredients

Pork, fish, cellulose powder, egg powder, fish oil, minerals, beet pulp, psyllium husk, vitamins and trace elements (including chelated trace elements), fructo-oligo-saccharides, taurine, methionine, yeast (source of ß-1,3/1,6-glucans), pomegranate extract, cranberry extract, grape seed extract, L-carnitine. Contains no added artificial antioxidants, colours or flavourings.

Recommended for:

Diabetes mellitus Nutritional support for cats with muscle wasting (e.g. cats with hyperthyroidism)

Not recommended for:

Kittens and pregnant or lactation queens.