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Prevent health problems with a
BALANCED DIET
 IRDS ABSOLUTELY LOVE SEED.
Many bird
owners see birds' enthusiasm for seed and choose to feed seed only. While unquestionably tasty, seed-only diets provide low levels of the nutrients birds need for overall health. Plus, regular servings generally have too many calories, especially for sedentary birds. Ongoing nutrient deficiency and excessive caloric intake cause many unpleasant, ultimately dangerous problems.
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Vitamin A Deficiency
 Birds on seed-only diets commonly lack Vitamin A, a fat-soluble
vitamin and antioxidant that helps grow and repair body tissues,
as well as support the immune system. Since Vitamin A also
maintains proper function of the eyes, ears, skin, bones, and
mucus membranes, a deficiency is potentially disastrous. Birds
lacking Vitamin A often develop secondary microbial infections,
since the immune system remains weak.
Enlarged Thyroid Gland
Normally, your bird's thyroid gland uses iodine to produce
several hormones. Insufficient levels of iodine cause the thyroid
to stop producing hormones and enlarge. Seed-only diets, which
include very little iodine, are a frequent cause. An enlarged thyroid is particularly
dangerous for birds because it places
pressure on the heart, digestive system,
lungs, and air sacs. This compression can
eventually be fatal. To prevent thyroid
enlargement and its related complications,
feed a nutritionally balanced pelleted diet
such as Roudybush Daily Maintenance Diet. |
Obesity and related problems
Excess calories from nutritionally sparse foods can
cause your bird to gain weight and suffer related health
problems. High-sugar treats, as well as oversized food
servings, also lead to obesity. In addition to a decreased
quality of life, serious obesity-related problems include: |
Benign fatty tumors and yellow fatty tumors |
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Fatty liver disease and resulting decreased liver function |
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Exercise intolerance and difficulty breathing |
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Reproductive problems including inability to breed or egg binding
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Shortened life span due to overburdened organs |
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PRODUCTS RELATED TO:
Nutrition
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