The term glycemic index (GI) was developed by Jenkins et al. (1981) for human nutrition. However, it is assumed that this principle can also be applied to the diet of dogs and cats.
What is the gylcemic index?
The glycaemic index describes the influence of a carbohydrate-containing food on the blood sugar level. The higher the value, the higher the blood sugar level rises.
Different sources of starch can have different effects on blood sugar levels, and it is not just the absolute starch content that is decisive. Rice, for example, has a much higher glycemic index than corn.
Which products have a low glycemic index?
Die von uns in der Genesis Pure Canada-Linie verwendeten Kohlenhydratquellen zeichnen sich durch einen niedrigen bis mittleren glykämischen Index aus. Die verwendeten Kochbananen, Linsen und Kichererbsen weisen einen niedrigen GI auf und werden durch Kartoffeln sinnvoll ergänzt. Da unsere Rezepturen grundsätzlich auf einem hohen Anteil an tierischem Protein basieren, ist der Kohlenhydratanteil insgesamt gering.
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What is the advantage of compositions with a low glycemic index?
Eating foods with a low GI ensures a stable blood sugar level and can therefore contribute to the prevention of obesity (nutritional and metabolic disease), for example.
Do you have further questions about the glycemic index of our products?
Feel free to contact our nutrition experts. They will be happy to help you by e-mail and by telephone via our free hotline.
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About the author
Dr. Anna Mitura
Animal Nutrition Physiologist & Product Manager
I am a real Northern Lights and come from Schleswig-Holstein, where I grew up in a small village with dogs. The dog of my heart is called Rufus and is a 13-year-old giant schnauzer mix senior. As a product manager, I develop new recipes for dogs and cats, hold training courses and lectures for customers and dealers and advise you on our free service hotline.
