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Summary

In this video, Thiago reviews a premium adult cat food with a meat flavor. He critiques the product for its unbalanced distribution of nutrients, highlighting a high carbohydrate content (39.4%) and low protein levels (34.4%). While acknowledging some positive aspects like flaxseed, yucca extract, and omega 3 & 6, Thiago is concerned about the lack of key ingredients such as L-carnitine, probiotics, and adequate protein. He expresses dissatisfaction with the food's overall nutritional profile and emphasizes the importance of a better balance for cat health. Despite some positive additives, Thiago recommends careful consideration before purchasing.

Takeaways

• 😀 The review discusses a premium-quality adult cat food with a meat flavor.
• 😀 The food's nutritional distribution includes 39.4% carbohydrates, 34.4% protein, 11.1% fat, 3.8% fiber, and 11.1% minerals.
• 😀 The reviewer dislikes the high carbohydrate content, especially as it exceeds the protein percentage, which is not ideal for cats.
• 😀 The food lacks a significant presence of meat and relies on poultry offal meal, beef, and bone meal as sources of protein.
• 😀 The food includes corn, soybeans, and wheat as sources of carbohydrates, which the reviewer doesn't consider negative in rich nations but notes soybeans as a potential issue for cats with hyperthyroidism.
• 😀 The product contains a smoothing agent, which was previously seen as a negative point, but is now considered acceptable for improving palatability for selective eaters.
• 😀 Flaxseed is considered a positive ingredient due to its cardiovascular and skin benefits, improving the cat's blood circulation.
• 😀 Yucca extract is included to reduce gas production in cats, which is viewed as a beneficial feature.
• 😀 The food lacks L-carnitine, an ingredient beneficial for cardiovascular and circulatory health, as well as weight management.
• 😀 Omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids are present, contributing to benefits like improved fur health and increased immunity.
• 😀 While the food contains prebiotics for gastrointestinal health, it does not include probiotics.
• 😀 The reviewer finds the overall ingredient list lacking and unbalanced, with more carbohydrates than protein, which negatively affects the cat's health.

Q & A

What is the main focus of the video?

The main focus of the video is to review a specific brand of adult cat food with a meat flavor, discussing its ingredients, nutritional distribution, and whether it's considered a good option for cats.

What are the key nutritional percentages mentioned for the cat food?

The key nutritional distribution of the food is 39.4% carbohydrates, 34.4% protein, 11.1% fat, 3.8% fiber, and 11.1% minerals.

Why does the reviewer not like the food's nutritional distribution?

The reviewer does not like the distribution because the food contains more carbohydrates than protein, which is not ideal for cats. Cats are obligate carnivores and should have a higher protein intake.

What is the reviewer’s opinion on the fat content of the food?

The fat content is within the ideal range, as it is 11.1%, but the reviewer notes that the fiber content could be slightly increased for better balance.

What issues does the reviewer find with the ingredients of the food?

The reviewer finds that the food lacks real meat as a primary ingredient and instead contains poultry offal meal, beef, and bone meal, which are less desirable sources of protein. Additionally, soybeans and grains like corn and wheat are used as carbohydrates, which can be problematic, especially soy due to its potential long-term health effects.

What are some positive ingredients in the cat food?

Positive ingredients in the food include flaxseed, which benefits cardiovascular health and skin, as well as yucca extract, which helps reduce gas. The food also contains omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids and prebiotics.

What does the reviewer think about the presence of soy in the food?

The reviewer considers soy a negative point, especially because of its potential effects in cats with conditions like hyperthyroidism and the presence of genetically modified organisms (GMOs) in the soy.

What is the significance of L-carnitine in cat food, and why is it missed in this product?

L-carnitine is important for maintaining a healthy weight and supporting cardiovascular and circulatory health. The reviewer notes that the lack of L-carnitine in this food is a downside.

What does the reviewer think about artificial additives in the food?

The reviewer notes that while the food contains smoothing agents and artificial substances, they are not harmful in high quantities and may even attract more selective cats. However, the overall lack of essential ingredients makes the food less ideal.

What is the reviewer’s overall assessment of the cat food?

The reviewer is not impressed with the food, as it has an imbalanced distribution of nutrients, with more carbohydrates than protein. The food also lacks essential ingredients that could improve the cat's health, leading to the conclusion that it's not a great option for a healthy, balanced diet.