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You’ve probably never heard of humectant before, but chances are your dog eats more than his fair share of them.
Humectants keep food moist and chewy, and they can also stop meat from becoming discolored – so for most dog food manufacturers they’re a very useful class of additives.
One of the cheapest humectants out there is propylene glycol – a chemical best left in the lab. While it’s true it’s an FDA approved ingredient, even for human consumption –it’s also used in anti-freeze, so imagine what it can do when it’s inside your dog’s body.
Dogs can have a really hard time digesting this, yet you’ll see it commonly listed as an ingredient. It’s also used in things like shampoo and hair conditioner.
Even the FDA found that found there was plenty of evidence that propylene glycol was harmful. The Select Committee on GRAS Substances, “reports in the veterinary literature of scientifically sound studies have shown that propylene glycol reduces the red blood cell survival time, renders red blood cells more susceptible to oxidative damage, and has other adverse effects.” So they banned it in cat food, but for some reason, they didn’t extend this ban to dog food.
It’s always better to look for ingredients like vegetable glycerin or good old fashioned molasses. These natural humectants do a far better job of keeping food chewy and moist without the possible side effect from nasty chemicals.
If you are unsure that your dog food contains dangerous, additives, be sure to always add Juverin Immune Food Booster to your Dog’s food to keep his immune system and digestive processes healthy!
