Vitamins for pets - Healthy dog food and cat food

Vitamins are micronutrients that have to be taken with a diet because they can not be synthesized by the body.

The consumption of vitamins in a diet can be useful for a species, but may not be for others: for example, Vitamin C is necessary in the diet of human beings  and primates whereas some animals can synthesize it from other nutrients.

Vitamins can be divided into 2 groups:
° water-soluble (Vitamins C and B group Vitamins);
° fat-soluble (Vitamins A, E, D, K).

Water-soluble vitamins are eliminated in urine, therefore they can not be accumulated, whereas fat-soluble vitamins are stored in the adipose tissue and in the liver.
Vitamin needs vary depending on the physiological and/or pathological condition of the  human or animal body: age and sex, pregnancy and lactation require an increase of vitamins.

All our foods are highly digestible and appetizing and are subject to the proper supplementation with vitamins and mineral salts which takes into account the needs of individuals of different ages and breeds and their correct balance.

ADDITIONAL SUPPLEMENTS ARE NOT NECESSARY.

BREWER'S YEAST It adjusts the digestive functions, it is a natural supplement of B group Vitamins and Vitamin D. Perfect for the beauty of skin and coat.

BLUEBERRY The blueberry contains discrete quantities of organic acids, pectin, tannins, anthocyanins (colour pigments) and Vitamin C. Because of their antioxidant and antiradical properties, these substances can be very helpful in medicine. Their pigments protect against capillary fragility and against cell aging or various modification processes caused by the oxygen. Some of these activities are the same as those found in the wine. It is a powerful natural antioxidant, which is important for the health of the urinary tract and to reduce the risk of infections.

APPLE The apple contains very small quantities of organic compounds called “phytochemicals” that protect the body against cell oxidation. The synergy between caratenoids (which give colour to the flesh) and polyphenols neutralizes free radicals and strengthens the immune system. The apple is a fruit rich in vitamins, minerals and fibre: from the unripe fruit you can obtain a concentrated extract of polyphenols and procianidines able to prevent the formation of plaque and dental caries.

CITRUS FRUITS Citrus fruits are rich in vitamins and are very important for the extraction of essential oils, pectin, citric acid and other derivatives. From grapefruits, bergamots and lemons you can obtain a mixture of biflavonoids (naringin, hesperidin, quercetin and rutin) and ascorbic acid (Vitamin C) that has powerful antioxidant properties that counteract the deleterious effects of free radicals on cells.

ALOE VERA The Aloe Barbadensis Miller (Aloe Vera) belongs to the lily family and is often called the 'Plant of Miracle'. Its healthy properties are known since more than 5000 years. The Aloe vera grows in desert soils in very difficult environmental conditions: because of this, it has an excellent ability to retain water and nutrients. In fact, it has important vitamins (Vitamin A, B, C, D, E) and minerals, carbohydrates and enzymes that give the aloe its important soothing and energizing properties.