Which of the 380 chemicals in chocolate can dogs not digest?

elizabethmc

Theobromine Oct 10 03, 5:01 PM

Kainantu

Lactose. Chocolate is processed in several ways from the beans and seeds of the cacao tree. Milk chocolate contains sugar, cocoa butter and milk... http://isg.unicare.com/HealthyLiving/Chocolate.htm Dogs cannot digest the lactose in milk chocolate... www.petplanet.co.uk/petplanet/health/feedingdogcat.htm Dogs cannot digest the sugar in milk (lactose) www.veleisures.com/pets/dietfordog.asp Oct 12 03, 5:15 AM

Kainantu

And now the good news for non-dogs... Researchers have discovered the numerous healthful aspects of chocolate... Chocolate contains stearic acid, which after eaten, is converted to oleic acid in the body. Oleic acid is a heart-healthy monounsaturated fat. Chocolate, especially dark chocolate, contains potent antioxidants called phenols. Antioxidants are believed to help to reduce the effects of cell damage in the body and help to prevent cancer. Phenols also prevent LDL, the bad cholesterol, from building plaque in the arteries, while raising the levels of HDL, the good cholesterol. One dark chocolate bar contains the same amount of phenols as a glass of red wine or five servings of fruits and vegetables. Chocolate contains four times more antioxidants than black tea. Chocolate, as well as most fruits and vegetables, contains compounds called flavonoids that help maintain a healthy heart, promote good blood circulation, and reduce the risk of blood clots. A bar of dark chocolate contains as many flavonoids as four cups of tea, six apples, and 2 glasses of red wine. Chocolate contains tannins, which inhibit the action of bacteria on your teeth, preventing the bacteria from causing cavities. Chocolate is a rich source of the minerals magnesium and phosphorus. Contrary to popular belief, chocolate does not contain a great deal of caffeine. A piece of chocolate contains about 10 mg of caffeine, while one cup of regular coffee contains 115 mg and one cup of tea contains 40 mg. Chocolate does not interfere with the body's absorption of calcium. Chocolate does not cause hyperactivity in children. Moderation is the key. Do not replace your important daily servings of fruits and vegetables with a hunk of chocolate, as tempting as that may be. http://isg.unicare.com/HealthyLiving/Chocolate.htm Oct 12 03, 5:19 AM

mumby21

The other thing dogs cannot eat (in any large quantity) is onions. So watch those Aussie barbies and lots of onions left on the plate. My wonderful vet told me this. Oct 12 03, 6:14 AM

sequoianoir

MUMBY HAS IT! ONIONS! They cause HEMOLYSIS. (The destruction or dissolution of red blood cells, with subsequent release of hemoglobin) Onion toxicity cause what is known as a HEINZ BODY ANEMIA. Heinz bodies are small bubble-like projections which protrude from a red blood cell and can be seen when the cells are stained. This "bubble" is a weak spot in the red blood cell and, therefore, the cell has a decreased life-span and ruptures prematurely. If numerous red cells are affected and rupture, anemia can result. It is a form of hemolytic anemia. SO, DO NOT FEED YOUR DOG ONIONS!!!! Oct 12 03, 10:02 AM

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