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.