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Can dogs eat African plums?

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Overview

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Yes. African plums are safe for dogs and can offer some health benefits. They contain phytochemicals with antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties that help support the immune system. Since these fruits are often exposed to agricultural chemicals, always wash them thoroughly before feeding them to your dog.

Benefits

health-benefits
  • The African plum or African pear contains vitamins, minerals, lipids, protein, and phytochemicals beneficial to health.
  • The fruit has antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties that help in the prevention of diseases.

Risks

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  • The African plum fruit is not toxic, but it may be prone to superficial contaminants like metal pollutants on the fruit's surface.
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Servings

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  • Wash the fruit thoroughly to remove contaminants.
  • The fruit can be eaten raw, fried, or roasted.

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