Is Gastrointestinal Biome Digestive/Fibre Care With Chicken Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Colgate-Palmolive
Colgate-Palmolive's Gastrointestinal Biome Digestive/Fibre Care With Chicken is reviewed here as a pet food. Zerotox gives it 60/100 based on the current ingredient profile, so it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.
The ingredient review below focuses especially on Ground Pecan Shell.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The product contains a mix of ingredients including chicken, cereals, and vegetable protein extracts. However, the presence of meat derivatives and processed components raises quality concerns.
Main concern
Contains meat and animal derivatives, which may vary in quality and source.
Why it matters: This ingredient is flagged in our analysis based on regulatory and scientific sources. Check the Ingredients section for details and see Data sources for methodology.
Regulation status: Ingredient safety is assessed from EU/EPA/CIR and similar databases; formulations may vary. Always read the product label.
Pros
- Contains chicken (14%) as a primary protein source, which is beneficial for pet nutrition.
- Includes ActivBiome+ prebiotic blend (9.6%) that may support digestive health.
- Incorporates dried cranberries, which can provide antioxidants.
- Utilizes highly digestible ingredients like chicken and turkey meal for better nutrient absorption.
Concerns
- Contains meat and animal derivatives, which may vary in quality and source.
- Includes cereals and maize gluten meal, which can be less desirable for some pets.
- Presence of processed ingredients like animal fat raises concerns about overall quality.
- Ground pecan shell may not be a common ingredient in pet food and could raise digestibility questions.
Who should avoid this product?
This formula may not suit:
- people avoiding animal-derived ingredients
Ingredients breakdown
Below, each ingredient is described in the context of this pet food, not just listed as a raw label.
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Is Cereals safe in this pet food?
Medium
Cereals is used here as base. Cereals serve as a carbohydrate source in this pet food, but their quality can vary, raising digestibility concerns.
Role in formula: base
Original: Cereals
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Is Chicken safe in this pet food?
Good
Chicken is used here as base. Chicken is a primary protein source, contributing to the nutritional value of the product and supporting muscle health.
Role in formula: base
Original: meat and animal derivatives (chicken 14%)
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Is Vegetable Protein Extracts safe in this pet food?
Medium
Vegetable Protein Extracts is used here as base. These extracts provide additional protein but may not be as beneficial as whole meat sources.
Role in formula: base
Original: vegetable protein extracts
Read the full ingredient profile for Vegetable Protein Extracts
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Is Animal Fat safe in this pet food?
Medium
Animal Fat is used here as base. Animal fat is included for palatability and energy, but its source and quality can vary, raising concerns.
Role in formula: base
Original: oils and fats
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Is Dried Cranberries safe in this pet food?
Good
Dried Cranberries is used here as base. Dried cranberries can provide antioxidants, which may support overall health in pets.
Role in formula: base
Original: dried cranberries
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Is Ground Pecan Shell safe in this pet food?
Bad
Ground Pecan Shell is used here as base. Ground pecan shell is an unusual ingredient that may not be easily digestible for pets, raising quality concerns.
Role in formula: base
Original: Ground pecan shell
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Is Dried Beet Pulp safe in this pet food?
Medium
Dried Beet Pulp is used here as base. Dried beet pulp is a source of fiber that can aid digestion, but its processing may reduce its benefits.
Role in formula: base
Original: dried beet pulp
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Is Flaxseed safe in this pet food?
Good
Flaxseed is used here as base. Flaxseed is a source of omega fatty acids, which can support skin and coat health in pets.
Role in formula: base
Original: flaxseed
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Is Maize Gluten Meal safe in this pet food?
Medium
Maize Gluten Meal is used here as base. Maize gluten meal provides protein but is a byproduct that may not be as beneficial as whole meats.
Role in formula: base
Original: maize gluten meal
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Is Broken Rice safe in this pet food?
Medium
Broken Rice is used here as base. Broken rice serves as a carbohydrate source but is less nutritious than whole grains.
Role in formula: base
Original: broken rice
How we score
Our safety scores and ingredient breakdowns are based on regulatory and scientific sources. See Data sources & methodology and How Zerotox works for full details.
Product info
Product ID: 4284992
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