Adult Light Liver & Chicken Entrée Cat Food

Overall Score: 85/100

Ingredients

Water (other)
Pork Liver (protein)
Pork By-Products (protein)
Chicken (protein)
Rice (carbohydrate)
Wheat Flour (carbohydrate)
Powdered Cellulose (fiber)
Corn Starch (other)
Corn Protein Meal (other)
Chicken Liver Flavor (protein)
Dicalcium Phosphate (mineral)
Flaxseed (fat)
Fish Oil (protein)
Locust Bean Gum (other)
Guar Gum (additive)
Calcium Carbonate (mineral)
Brewers Dried Yeast (other)
Natural Flavor (additive)
Potassium Chloride (mineral)
Choline Chloride (vitamin)
Iodized Salt (other)
Caramel color (additive)
Carrageenan (additive)
vitamins (Vitamin E Supplement, Thiamine Mononitrate, Ascorbic Acid (source of Vitamin C), Niacin Supplement, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Calcium Pantothenate, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Riboflavin Supplement, Biotin, Vitamin D3 Supplement, Folic Acid) (other)
Taurine (additive)
DL-Methionine (other)
Calcium Sulfate (other)
L-Lysine (other)
minerals (Zinc Oxide, Ferrous Sulfate, Manganese Sulfate, Copper Sulfate, Calcium Iodate) (other)
Beta-Carotene (other)

Wheat (medium concern): Wheat is a common allergen in dogs and cats. While it provides digestible carbohydrates and some protein, it is frequently used as an inexpensive filler. Pets with wheat sensitivities may experience skin irritation, gastrointestinal upset, or chronic ear infections.
Caramel Color (high concern): Certain classes of caramel color (Class III and IV, produced with ammonia or ammonia-sulfite processes) contain 4-methylimidazole (4-MEI), which has been classified as 'possibly carcinogenic to humans' (Group 2B) by IARC. California's Proposition 65 lists 4-MEI as a carcinogen. Like other color additives, it provides no nutritional benefit to pets.
Carrageenan (high concern): Research has shown that both degraded carrageenan (poligeenan) and food-grade carrageenan can promote intestinal inflammation in animal models. Studies have linked carrageenan exposure to intestinal lesions, ulcerations, and colitis-like symptoms in laboratory animals. While the FDA considers food-grade carrageenan safe, concerns remain about degradation during processing and digestion. The Cornucopia Institute petitioned the USDA to remove carrageenan from organic food standards.

Wet food, with grains, for the adult life stage.