Limited Ingredient - Grain Free Chicken & Green Pea Formula

by Natural Balance
Adult
Regular
Grain-Free
AAFCO

Natural Balance

Limited Ingredient - Grain Free Chicken & Green Pea Formula

Adult
Regular
Indoor and Outdoor
Grain-Free
AAFCO
This product is AAFCO Compliant

First Ingredient

Animal Protein

Flavor

Chicken
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Summary

Natural Balance: Limited Ingredient Grain-Free Chicken & Green Pea Formula is a dry cat food formulated for adult cats with sensitivities or allergies to certain ingredients.

It contains chicken meal as the primary protein source, complemented by green peas and pea protein for digestibility and essential nutrients.

It provides balanced nutrition suitable for average activity levels with 30% crude protein and 12% fat.

Omega-3 (0.5%) and omega-6 (2.8%) fatty acids promote a healthy coat and support skin health.

The limited ingredient formula minimizes potential allergens, offering a diet free of grains and artificial additives.

It is rich in taurine (0.18%), which supports heart and vision health and is essential for all life stages.

This recipe delivers 3,595 kcal/kg of metabolizable energy, equivalent to 380 kcal per cup.

 

Pros:

  • Limited ingredient diet: Designed for cats with food sensitivities, featuring a simple, grain-free composition.
  • Skin and coat health: It contains omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids for maintaining healthy skin and a shiny coat.
  • Digestibility: High-quality chicken meal and green peas ensure easy digestion and nutrient absorption.
  • Balanced nutrition: Includes taurine and vitamin E for heart health and immune support.
  • No artificial additives: Free from artificial colors, flavors, and preservatives.

 

Cons:

  • Pea protein inclusion: May not align with preferences for purely animal-based protein sources.
  • Moderate protein content: At 30%, it may not meet the needs of highly active or muscular cats.
  • Caloric density: 380 kcal per cup requires portion control to prevent overfeeding in sedentary cats.

 

Nutrition

Ingredients

  • Chicken
  • Chicken Meal
  • Peas
  • Chickpeas
  • Lentils
  • Chicken Fat (Preserved With Mixed Tocopherols)
  • Pea Protein
  • Pea Starch
  • Natural Flavor
  • Flaxseed
  • and also:
Menhaden Fish Oil (Preserved With Mixed Tocopherols), Dicalcium Phosphate, Choline Chloride, Salt, Dl-Methionine, Vitamins (Vitamin E Supplement, Ascorbic Acid, Niacin Supplement, Vitamin A Supplement, Thiamine Mononitrate, D-Calcium Pantothenate, Riboflavin Supplement, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Folic Acid, Vitamin D3 Supplement, Biotin), Minerals (Zinc Proteinate, Zinc Sulfate, Ferrous Sulfate, Iron Proteinate, Copper Sulfate, Copper Proteinate, Sodium Selenite, Manganese Sulfate, Manganese Proteinate, Calcium Iodate), Taurine, Citric Acid (Preservative), Mixed Tocopherols (Preservative), Rosemary Extract

Guaranteed Analysis

Crude Protein
30%
Crude Fat
12%
Crude Fiber
4.5%
Moisture
10%
Calcium
0.8%
Phosphorus
0.7%
Omega 3
0.5%
Omega 6
2.8%
Metabolizable Energy
3595 kcal/kg
Vitamin E 80 Iu/Kg Min, Taurine 0.18% Min

Notes

The score is calculated after relocation of fresh meat or fish ingredient(s) as explained in the calculation rule #7 in Chapter 1.

Guaranteed Analysis

Crude Protein
30%
Crude Fat
12%
Crude Fiber
4.5%
Moisture
10%
Calcium
0.8%
Phosphorus
0.7%
Omega 3
0.5%
Omega 6
2.8%
Metabolizable Energy
3595 kcal/kg
Vitamin E 80 Iu/Kg Min, Taurine 0.18% Min
Last reviewed: 05-02-2025 02:47
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Why this score?

  • Low protein content
    -17
  • 40.6% carbohydrates of combination P
    -25
  • Gluten at 6th place after meat
    -1
  • Fresh Whole Poultry/Fish ingredient at 1st place
    2
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    2
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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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How the score is calculated?

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.