ALPO is the only dog food that contains chicory root, a natural fiber source that helps maintain the environment in your dog s digestive system and has been proven to increase calcium absorption. The chicory in ALPO is harvested for its root, then is washed, dried and ground before being added to the formula. It is a completely natural ingredient and does not have anything added to it or extracted from it. The whole chicory root in ALPO helps maintain a healthy intestinal environment, helps produce essential B-vitamins, and increases nutrient absorption, which supports healthy digestion and overall health. ALPO has a patent for the use of this natural ingredient.
Chicory is a totally safe and natural ingredient.
It has been used for years as a salad ingredient. It is a well-known food and beverage ingredient used in European countries as well as the U.S., Canada, and Japan. In addition, Friskies Research and Development Centers in the U.S. and Europe have been conducting feeding trials with chicory for over 4 years. Extensive taste tests have determined that dogs find chicory highly palatable. Only ALPO contains whole natural chicory root.