ORIJEN | Low Carbohydrate
Dogs and cats have a very low biological requirement for carbohydrate, and the diets of wild canines and felines that most closely resemble our domestic pets contain very few carbohydrates.
Carbohydrate is one of the largest factors in pet health, contributing to a variety of health problems from digestive disorders to variable blood sugar, obesity and diabetes.
The problem with carbohydrates is that - in the body of a cat or dog - they are recognized as sugars and easily stored as fat.
As carbohydrates from grains are inexpensive, readily available and easily processed into pet foods, most pet foods exceed 40% in total dietary carbohydrates (that's almost half!).
And while carbohydrate is neither "natural" or "holistic" for dogs and cats, it is almost always the largest nutrient in "super premium" or "holistic" pet foods.
In contrast to conventional pet foods,ORIJEN is Biologically Appropriate - which means no grain, very low carbohydrate (14-18%) and a food that truly promotes wellness and reduces obesity, insulin resistance and diabetes.
So what does a low-carbohydrate Biologically Appropriate food mean to your dog or cat? Unequalled vitality and optimal physical health!Farm-Fresh Regional Meats
With 3 fresh, chemical free meats (human grade) from Alberta grain-fed chickens, fresh-caught Lake Whitefish and fresh whole eggs, ORIJEN foods contain the highest fresh meat inclusions of any dry pet food – all low temperature cooked at 90c to preserve their great taste and nourishment. .
Biologically Correct High Protein-Low Carbohydrate Formulas
ORIJEN’s high protein, low carbohydrate foods match the anatomical specialization of dogs and cats to an almost exclusively meat based diet.
This specialization is evident in the length of the gastro-intestinal tract, the structure of their teeth and jaws, and their lack of the digestive enzymes needed to break down starch.
Essential Oils
ORIJEN is infused with essential oils from chicken, salmon, anchovies and herring, flax and sunflower. This combination of fats and oils provides an ideal natural blend of Omega 3 and Omega 6 essential fatty acids, including high levels of DHA and EPA
Grain Free
Instead of inappropriate cereal grains, ORIJEN is made with fruits, vegetables and botanicals produced on western Canada’s fertile farmlands and pacific orchards.
Rich in natural source vitamins, minerals, and phytochemicals, these health-promoting ingredients bridge the gap between good nutrition and attaining peak physical health.
Natural And Organic Minerals
Unlike typical commercial pet foods, ORIJEN does not contain minerals as sulfates and oxides. ORIJEN contains all minerals in organic form, with calcium and phosphorus naturally present from the meat concentrated formulations - just like nature intended.
