Careful What You Feed Fido
The artificial sweetener Xylitol, found in many sugar-free foods, may cause liver failure in dogs and possibly lead to death.
Apparently, people are giving their dogs sugar-free chewing gum. Why?
Gwaltney-Brant said for dogs, ingesting even a small amount of xylitol can trigger significant insulin release, which drops their blood sugar and can be fatal.
Apparently, people are giving their dogs sugar-free chewing gum. Why?
This doesn't suprise me. I'm STILL not a big fan of artificial sweetners. I feel that some time in the future we're going to hear about the ill effects of it.
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I agree with you, let's call it risk management. Everything in moderation, unless you experience side effects, then avoidance is best. Personally, I noticed that I didn't feel as energenic and quick (physically & mentally) after consuming diet soda. After taking it out of my diet, I noticed that I felt great all day.
Always listen to your heart (your thoughts) and listen to your body. I believe that the farther removed a product is from it's natural state - the less it is accepted and utilized by one's body.
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