Below is a list of some foods that should not be fed to cats.

• Chocolate contains alkaloid theobromine which is toxic to cats.
• Dairy products, including milk, cheese, yogurt, whey, ice cream,….These should be avoided because a cat’s system lacks the enzymes needed to properly digest the proteins and sugars found in dairy products.
• Dry cat food because it lacks nutritional value and its dehydrating.
• Grains should be avoided because the offer no nutritional value to cats and they break down into sugar which contributes to health problems.
• Grapes and raisins are known to be toxic to animals.
• Some herbs can cause problems for cats so we need to make sure only herbs that are known to be safe for cats are given.
• The use of microwave ovens to defrost or heat foods because they change the molecular structure of the food and this is not healthy.
• Onions and garlic may irritate the digestive system and can destroy red blood cells.
• Raw salmon can cause serious illness or death due to an infectious disease caused by rickettsia.
• Soy contains compounds that can interfere with the absorption if nutrients.
• Sugars of all type should be avoided because they aid in the spread of cancer and other disease.
• Yeast because it is not well tolerated by some cats and can cause digestive upset, allergic reactions, bloating, and urinary problems.