The opposite of unrefined would be Refined grains. During the milling process, the germ (nutrient-rich inner part) and bran (fiber-rich outer layer) of the kernel is removed, which is 90% of the nutritional content, such as B Vitamins, iron, Vitamin E, selenium and fiber. What remains is only the endosperm (starch), which increases the shelf life of the product. The germ and bran are what bugs go for first, so when this is removed, the grain is not as appealing. It would seem as though bugs are more intelligent than we are?
Grains also provide something called FSO, or “fructooligosaccharides” to help regulate the beneficial bacteria (normal and healthy micro flora) in the lower intestines and upper bowel.
Examples of Whole Grains that can be added to your dog’s meals are listed below: (Grains need to be cooked prior to feeding)
• Barley
• Bulgur
• Whole oats
• Quinoa
• Rye
• Amaranth
• Buckwheat
• Millet
• Spelt
• Brown rice
Signs that your dog may need some whole grain in his diet; your dog has trouble maintaining a healthy body weight; you may find that your pooch has more flaky skin, or a dull coat when you remove grains from their diet. For a number of dogs, they may need grains for the Zinc and Magnesium qualities.
Your dog can benefit from a combination of both acidic and alkaline grains. For example, Oats, Barley and Wheat are all acidic grains. Buckwheat and Millet are alkaline, Brown rice is neutral. Organically grown grains are best, but also more expensive.
There is a medley of grains present in the Verve diet, all of which are organic.
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