Vets report seeing many of the same common cat health issues that could be easily prevented. In most cases, these can be addressed by altering the food your cat eats and including ingredients that are more optimal to good health. 

Feline Diabetes 

Diabetes in cats can be notoriously difficult to treat well and can definitely be life-threatening. Yet studies have shown that cats that have their dietary carbohydrate levels decreased also require a greatly reduced level of insulin to help them cope with the disease. 

In order to reduce the onset of feline diabetes or to help in controlling and existing diabetic problem, it may be wise to check what ‘fillers’ are included in the commercial tinned food you feed your cat. Many brands will contain high levels of cornstarch, grains, cereals as these are cheaper than meat. You may also want to cut dry kibble from the diet completely as well.  Read more…