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Can dogs eat Figleaf gourd?

can dogs eat figleaf gourdYes

Overview

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Yes, fig leaf gourd or Chilacayoteis a safe snack for dogs. It is an excellent source of fiber and antioxidants. One of fig leaf gourd’s amazing health benefits to dogs is its ability to regular blood glucose levels, lowering the chances of diabetes.

Benefits

health-benefits
  • The figleaf gourd's fruit is an excellent source of fiber and antioxidants.
  • Figleaf gourd has anti-inflammatory properties and a good amount of vitamin C.
  • Figleaf gourd helps control the blood sugar level to prevent diabetes.

Risks

health-risks
  • The seeds of the figleaf gourd are a choking hazard and can cause intestinal obstruction in dogs.
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Servings

serving-suggestions
  • Remove the seeds. Cut the gourd into bite-sized pieces.
  • Cook figleaf gourd until soft, and serve to your dog in moderation.

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