Organic Chicken Broth
Another name for Chicken Broth. The notes below describe that ingredient.
What it is
The liquid produced by simmering chicken, used to add moisture and flavor.
Other ways this ingredient gets described
- A tasty alternative to plain water that is needed for processing.
- Is created by boiling the chicken bones and/or the muscle tissue in water. In addition to being another protein source, chicken broth all serves to provide natural flavor and moisture.
- May be a great source of vitamins, minerals, and other nutrients. While some discount broths as having no more nutritional value than water, broths have been traditionally appreciated for their nutritive benefits.
- Is liquified chicken product mixed with water. As water makes up for most of the content in canned dog food, this ingredient’s inclusion at the number two spot is no surprise.
- Broth is a low-nutrition product, but you often see it in canned foods. It does act as a flavor enhancer that dogs enjoy.
- An alternative to processing with plain water, this may add some water soluble proteins to this diet as well as some fats from the chicken muscle, bone and marrow used to make this broth.
- A canned food must include extra water for processing, and chicken broth adds a little extra flavor.
- By design, canned formulas require moisture. Many companies use water, discounting any additional benefit of animal-based broths. However, broths have a long tradition of providing sustenance and vital nutrition in an easily digestible form.
- Makes up the moisture content and is more flavorful and nutrient-rich than plain water.
- This provides the moisture content that is necessary for cooking and processing.
Potential benefits for dogs
Makes food smell good enough to tempt fussy or elderly dogs. Nutritionally it is mostly water.