| CALORIE CONTENT & DISTRIBUTION |
| ORIJEN CAT & KITTEN has a Metabolizable Energy (ME) of 4350 kcal/kg (440 kcal per 250ml cup). Calories are distributed to promote peak physical conditioning with 40% of energy derived from protein, 15% from fruit & vegetables and 45% from fat. |
| NUTRITIONAL GUARANTEE |
| ORIJEN CAT & KITTEN is formulated to meet nutritional levels established by the AAFCO Cat Food Nutrient Profiles for ALL LIFE STAGES. |
A BIOLOGICALLY APPROPRIATE APPROACH TO CALORIE DISTRIBUTION
- There are 3 sources of calories (energy) in all cat foods – protein, fat & carbohydrates.
- Protein and fat are essential, while carbohydrates are not. In other words, while your cat thrives on proteins and fats from meat, he requires absolutely no carbohydrates in his diet.
- As carbohydrates provide no nutritional value they are considered ‘empty calories’ for cats.
- Carbohydrates convert quickly to blood sugar and cause quick bursts of energy and fluctuating blood sugar levels.
- When not used for energy, carbohydrates are stored in the body as fat.
- Carbohydrates are a leading dietary cause of obesity and diabetes in today’s companion cats.
- ORIJEN provides more calories from protein and fewer calories from carbohydrate, which naturally controls body weight, reducing the risk of obesity, insulin resistance and diabetes.