Nature's Gift - Introduction p2

> Oats are an excellent source of iron and an intestinal cleanser. This grain is also high in silicon, which helps the development of muscles, the brain and nerve structures.

> Rice contains vitamin B, phosphorus, potassium, magnesium and calcium. It also contains gamma aryzanol, a natural nutrient beneficial in increasing lean muscle mass.

> Garlic is nature's broom and helps reduce mucus in the intestines. It detoxifies the body, assists in reducing blood pressure and helps ward off worms and intestinal parasites. It generally helps keep your pet in better health.

> Fat is also an essential component of a dog's diet and in a Nature's Gift can it is not disguised with any artificial stabilisers or colours. A point to make here is that proteins, carbohydrates and fats are the major components of the foods from which the body is made "the pillars of nutrition" and a substantial amount of the calories the body needs for fuel should come from fats. A dog's fat metabolism is different to ours - in fact 10% fat may not sound good in human terms, but in most cases it is spot on in canine terms to avoid nutrient deficiencies occurring if a pet food neglects essential fatty acids, as the major role of fats in any dog's diet is not the building, but furnishing the energy to do the building. It should also be noted that poultry fat is also very high in linoleic acid which is known to be helpful in promoting healthy skin and a glossy coat.