Dry dietetic food for adult cats with diabetes mellitus: controlled glycemic index, low starch content, and high protein content.
Feline diabetes mellitus requires strict nutritional support aimed at stabilizing blood sugar levels after meals, reducing blood glucose fluctuations, and preventing dangerous blood glucose spikes.
Royal Canin Diabetic offers a targeted formula with an extremely low content of rapidly absorbed carbohydrates and starch. The inclusion of low-glycemic-index grains (such as barley) along with selected plant-based sources allows for a gradual release of glucose into the body.
The high protein content helps preserve muscle mass—essential for the metabolic well-being of diabetic cats—and promotes the maintenance of a healthy weight. Additionally, the fiber blend helps slow intestinal transit and promotes a feeling of fullness.
Complete dry dietetic food for adult cats
Ingredients: Dehydrated poultry protein, barley, wheat gluten, corn gluten, tapioca, soy protein isolate, animal fats, hydrolyzed animal protein, vegetable fiber, chicory pulp, fish oil, psyllium husks and seeds, minerals, fructo-oligosaccharides, soybean oil, marigold flower extract (source of lutein). Carbohydrate sources: barley, tapioca.
Nutritional additives (per kg): Vitamin A: 25,000 IU, Vitamin D3: 1,000 IU, E1 (Iron): 33 mg, E2 (Iodine): 3.3 mg, E4 (Copper): 10 mg, E5 (Manganese): 43 mg, E6 (Zinc): 133 mg, E8 (Selenium): 0.05 mg - Preservatives - Antioxidants.
Analytical Constituents: Crude Protein: 46.0% | Crude oils and fats: 12.0% | Crude ash: 6.4% | Crude fiber: 3.8% | Starch: 19.0% | Total sugars: 1.5% | Essential fatty acids: 2.88%.
Feeding Guidelines and Usage Notes: It is recommended to consult a veterinarian before use or before extending the duration of use. Initially, feed Diabetic for up to 6 months to regulate glucose intake.
Note for Insulin Therapy: The use of this food may increase insulin sensitivity; it is strongly recommended to monitor blood glucose levels at the start of the dietary change to adjust the insulin dosage as needed in consultation with your veterinarian.
Always provide your pet with plenty of fresh, clean water.
Benefits:
Glucose Regulation: A low-starch formula to limit post-meal blood glucose spikes.
High protein content: The high protein content helps maintain lean muscle mass, which is crucial for cats with diabetes.
Low glycemic index: Carefully selected carbohydrate sources (such as barley) to ensure gradual carbohydrate absorption.
Moderate fat content: Helps control body weight and prevent obesity, a major risk factor associated with insulin resistance.
S/O Index: Formulated to promote a urinary environment that inhibits the formation of struvite and calcium oxalate crystals.