
Blue Buffalo
BLUE Tastefuls - Weight Control, Adult Cat, Chicken and Brown Rice Recipe
Summary
Blue Buffalo Tastefuls Weight Control formula is designed for adult cats to help them achieve and maintain a healthy weight.
The recipe starts with deboned chicken as the first ingredient. It provides a high-quality protein source to support lean muscle mass and energy needs.
Wholesome grains like brown rice, barley, and oatmeal offer slow-release energy and essential B vitamins.
With L-carnitine (150 mg/kg), this formula promotes fat metabolism and weight control.
Omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids support healthy skin and a shiny coat, while taurine aids in eye and heart health.
Enriched with LifeSource Bits™, a precise blend of vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants, the recipe enhances immune function and oxidative balance.
It caters to cats with food sensitivities or ingredient preferences and is free from by-products, corn, wheat, soy, and artificial additives.
Pros:
- High-quality protein: The primary ingredients are deboned chicken and chicken meal, which provide 30% crude protein to support muscle health.
- Weight management: Formulated with 10% crude fat and L-carnitine to aid in weight control for less active or overweight cats.
- Digestive health: Includes prebiotics like dried chicory root and pea fiber to promote healthy digestion.
- Rich in antioxidants: Features cranberries, sweet potatoes, blueberries, and turmeric to support immune health and reduce inflammation.
- Healthy fats: Omega-3 (0.3%) and omega-6 (1.5%) fatty acids contribute to a healthy skin and coat.
- Probiotics: Includes multiple strains of beneficial bacteria to enhance gut health.
Cons:
- Moderate fiber content: At 9% maximum crude fiber, it may be high for cats with lower fiber tolerance, potentially causing mild digestive issues.
- Higher carbohydrate sources: Ingredients like brown rice, barley, and oatmeal may not suit cats on a low-carb or grain-free diet.
- Magnesium content: It contains a maximum of 0.14% magnesium, which may not be ideal for cats prone to urinary issues.
- Artificial colors: Vegetable juice is used for coloring, which may not appeal to all pet owners seeking a fully natural product.
Nutrition
Ingredients
- Deboned Chicken
- Chicken Meal
- Brown Rice
- Barley
- Oatmeal
- Pea Protein
- Pea Starch
- Powdered Cellulose
- Menhaden Fish Meal (source of Omega 3 Fatty Acids)
- Peas
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Vitamins and Additives
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The actual calculation of the score is based on sophisticated and advanced algorithm that takes into account multiple parameters.
To simplify the explanation, the calculation is based on three main criteria:
(1) Amount of protein (more is better)
(2) Amount of carbohydrates (less is better)
(3) Quality and source of ingredients.
Based on that 3 main criteria, 9 score calculation rules are used to compare the different foods.
One major assumption is that the closer an ingredient is to the top of the ingredient list, the greater its relative weight and contribution to the food.
In general, cat food is composed of protein, fats, carbohydrates, fibers, vitamins, and minerals.
Protein is the most important component in a cat's diet, and cats primarily get their protein from animal meat.
Fat is a primary source of energy and essential fatty acids.
Carbohydrates are controversial in a cat's diet, as cats are obligate carnivores and typically consume very few carbohydrates.
Fibers play an important role in digestion and food absorption, and vitamins and minerals are essential for different organism functions.
Dry matter values are used to compare the amount of nutrients in different cat foods. This means that moisture is excluded from the equation to provide a more accurate comparison.
Putting all of these and more into a formula results in a product score.
The maximum score a cat food can receive is 100. Points are added or removed based on the score calculation rules.
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