Why do rodents need nutraceuticals?

Nutraceuticals are sources of vitamins and other beneficial substances such as minerals and amino acids. Certain nutraceuticals are found in any food, but they can still be lacking in the body. This is due to an unbalanced diet, exposure to negative environmental factors (poor environment, stress) or problems in the body (any disease, disturbed hormonal levels and metabolism, etc.). As a result, there are not enough useful elements in the body, its functions are impaired and the immune system cannot work at full strength. Complexes of nutraceuticals are called to correct the situation. They maintain the balance of nutrients in the body: make up for their deficiency or, on the contrary, eliminate the excess. For humans, nutraceuticals are available in the form of dietary supplements. And manufacturers of the highest quality pet food immediately include them in the formulations.

Let’s analyze the effect of nutraceuticals on the example of feed for herbivorous rodents Fiory Micropills. The packaging says that the composition of the diet contains a complex of nutraceuticals. It includes: yeast, yucca schidigera, borage oil, fatty acids, beta-glucans, FOS, chicory inulin and herbal products. Let’s see how some of them work.

• Yeast is a valuable source of vitamins, protein and protein. They are responsible for the proper functioning of the digestive tract, strong immunity, healthy skin and coat. Thanks to them, the rodent reduces the likelihood of dermatitis, and the fur coat is always thick and shiny.
• Yucca schidigera is an extract of an evergreen plant whose beneficial properties have been valued since antiquity. This nutraceutical strengthens the immune system, is responsible for proper digestion and reduces the unpleasant smell of bowel movements.
• Fatty acids (Omega-3 DHA + EPA + DPA) support cardiovascular health, reduce the appearance of skin diseases, improve coat condition and greatly facilitate shedding.
• Chicory inulin is responsible for the health of bone tissue, removes toxins from the body, and strengthens the immune system. And this nutraceutical prolongs the life of rodents!
• Fructooligosaccharides (FOS) normalize digestion. Thanks to them, beneficial microflora is created in the gastrointestinal tract. Most of the immunity is formed in the intestines, which means that FOS strengthen the body’s defenses.

And these are just a few examples of the beneficial effects of nutraceuticals.

To maintain the balance of nutrients in the body, the pet needs to be given nutraceuticals on an ongoing basis. For example, if you feed a guinea pig a nutraceutical diet today and table food tomorrow, there will be no positive effect. Choose a quality line of food that suits your rodent and do not break the diet. Thus, you will make the maximum contribution to his health.