▌Sweet Potatoes
The second recommended food for autumn is "sweet potatoes," a popular food for dogs!
▶︎ Sweet potato nutrients
- Carbohydrates
- Potassium
Excessive intake is dangerous for dogs with weak kidneys, but potassium inhibits sodium absorption and also has the effect of lowering blood pressure!
- Dietary fiber
In addition to relieving constipation, dietary fiber also has the effect of suppressing blood sugar levels and lowering cholesterol. Among dietary fibers, insoluble dietary fiber is said to be effective for constipation. Sweet potatoes are particularly rich in insoluble dietary fiber. It stimulates the intestines, and by making their movement active, it improves the intestinal environment!
- Vitamin C
Sweet potatoes also contain vitamin C, which has antioxidant properties and prevents illness and aging. Vitamin C is sensitive to heat, so many foods decrease in vitamin C when heated, but the vitamin C contained in sweet potatoes is characterized by being resistant to heat breakdown!
▶︎ Precautions when feeding sweet potatoes
▌Be careful not to give too much!
Sweet potatoes can be given baked or steamed, but not raw. However, there are some precautions.
Dogs have difficulty digesting dietary fiber compared to humans. Dietary fiber helps maintain health, but sweet potatoes are rich in dietary fiber, so too much is not good!
Not just for dogs on a diet, but for all dogs, please be careful about the amount you give!
※My dog also loves sweet potatoes, but tends to gain weight, so I give her a little bit as a treat 🍠
When giving them, enjoy them in moderation ♪