What is the best food for your pet? Consider the benefits of a low glycemic diet. Glycemic Index (GI), Explained GI measures how a particular carbohydrate source affects blood sugar levels. GI is measured on a scale of 0 to 100, which compares a given food to pure glucose (GI of 100). Refined simple carbohydrates have the highest GI scores, while unrefined complex carbohydrates have the lowest scores. Foods with a high GI are rapidly digested, resulting in undesired spikes of blood sugar levels, while low glycemic alternatives are slowly absorbed, resulting in a beneficial gradual increase in blood glucose levels. Benefits of Low Glycemic Ingredients Pet foods with a high GI are rapidly digested, resulting in unwanted spikes in blood glucose levels, while low glycemic alternatives are slowly absorbed, resulting in a gradual, normal increase in blood glucose levels. A few benefits of feeding your pet food with low glycemic ingredients: Helps control appetite and keep pets from overeating Lowers the risk of metabolic diseases such as diabetes Keeps energy levels balanced throughout the day Tailored for diabetic pets Low Glycemic Brands Available at the Barkery The ideal low-glycemic pet foods contain no potato or grains. At the Barkery we have several brands to choose from that fit the low GI criteria. Here are just a few to consider on your next visit, or even shop in our online store: Please read ingredient list for each product when shopping online as some recipes may differ
