Human studies have found that alfalfa sprouts contain phytoestrogens that help prevent osteoporosis, cancer, and heart disease. Alfalfa sprouts contain a significant human dietary source of isoflavones. Salmonella outbreaks have occurred in humans who consumed contaminated sprouts. Growing sprouts for your pet is easy. Make sure that they are not contaminated with animal waste or dirty water.
Many cats enjoy nibbling on the young sprouts.
If your pet happens to be one that vomits after eating sprouts or grasses, limit access to the plants to only a few minutes several times a week. Inc. All rights reserved.