They are valuable as an introduction to fresh foods for many finicky Australian species, or any other birds that were not raised to naturally enjoy a fresh diet. Also, in this sprouted form enzymes are the most active. Serving times should be regulated with a morning and evening meal. If the above suggestions are followed there is no need to be skimpy with the foods given. With the use of raw foods, there is very little danger in producing excess weight and we often find that a bird eats less when provided with a nutrient-dense, high quality, fresh food diet.
Dead foods equals dull, lifeless, often times diseased birds.
This is accomplished by feeding a wide variety of wholesome foods and does not need to be complicated. While ratios of nutrients are important, in the wild I don't think birds think about proper ratios. They instinctively eat foods, which are available in their proper form, containing nutrients and enzymes for a healthy body. These provide them with energy and stamina in ratios to sustain them through day to day living. The results are nearly always favorable with long lasting energy, a zest for life, high fertility rate, and few, if any birth defects.