Carbohydrates, Sugars, Fiber

• Beet Pulp in Pet Foods - Iams Company article on what beet pulp is, myths about beet pulp and how it is used in pet foods.
• The Benefits of Beet Pulp in Pet Foods - Beet pulp is an excellent insoluble fiber source included in pet foods, but is it safe and beneficial for your pet?
• Carbohydrate Sources and their Use in Food - Iams Company article on carbohydrate sources, optimal digestibility, and energy levels.

• Corn in Pet Foods - Iams Company article on corn ingredients, false claims about indigestibility of corn by pets, and food allergies to corn.
• Dietary Fibre - ProVet healthcare information article on fibre in dog and cat diets.
• Fibre - Article on structure, sources, functions, deficinecy and excess of fibre.
• Grain or Meat Diets, Which One Is Best For Dogs and Cats? - An article by Dr. T. J. Dunn, contrasting grain-based and meat-based diets fed to dogs and cats.
• No Grains? - Article by Pets 4Life argues against feeding grains to dogs and cats.

Ingredient spotlight: Quark (Albany Times Union)