Greg Aldrich, Ph.D.Dr. Aldrich is president of Pet Food & Ingredient Technology Inc. He is also the author of Petfood Industry magazine's monthly column, "Ingredient Issues."From the Author - Page 4Processing Functional IngredientsTurmeric: Ancient spice may offer osteoarthritis relief in dogs, catsThe color additive turmeric is permitted in pet foods and may ameliorate inflammation for dogs and cats, but few studies are available that define specifics about preparation and dosing.Pet Food IngredientsOnions and garlic offer flavor in the right amountsThese herbs have been associated with a number of health benefits for humans and pets, but only small levels are recommended for dogs or cats.VitaminsInositol: Why do some pet food companies include this ingredient?The vitamin-like compound inositol may facilitate other B-vitamin action, though its inclusion in pet food formulas has never been fully defined.Fibers and LegumesWhole soybeans: Why hasn’t pet food found this ingredient?Whole soybeans may be the next new trend in high-performance pet foods.Grains and StarchesCoconut meal for dog and cat diets: Is this a good option?Coconut meal could be a novel starch source in pet food diets for dogs and cats.Fibers and LegumesFaba beans: A new pulse for the dog and cat food marketFaba beans may be the next new grain-free ingredient in dog and cat food, according to recent research.Processing Functional IngredientsTitanium dioxide: A whitener with broad applicationTitanium dioxide, a synthetic whitening agent, is found in many pet foods and treats.Fibers and LegumesMiscanthus grass: A new fiber option for dog and cat dietsMiscanthus grass, a potential alternative fiber source for pet food, is being evaluated.PreservativesSynthetic preservatives in my pet’s food — no thanks!Pet owners and pet food companies may not realize what is missing when it comes to removing synthetic preservatives in pet food.Processing Functional IngredientsRemove the chemicals from my pet’s foodIs it possible to remove food “chemicals” from nutritionally complete pet foods and maintain a balanced formulation?Pet Food IngredientsWhat does clean label mean in the pet food industry?Simple isn’t easy when it comes to stable, safe, nutritionally complete pet foods, and the term "clean label" has a lot of different definitions to pet food customers.Ingredients and substances to avoidClean label pet food: How does mercury get into dog and cat foods?Concern for mercury in pet food affects only certain cat and dog food products.Previous PagePage 4 of 18Next Page