Can dogs eat Konjac corm?

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Overview

dog-food-safety-information

Caution. Konjac corm is safe for dogs to eat only when it is properly cooked. In its raw form, it contains calcium oxalate crystals, which are toxic and can irritate a dog’s mouth and digestive tract. Cooking removes these harmful compounds. When prepared correctly, konjac corm provides beneficial soluble fiber along with anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties.

Benefits

health-benefits
  • Konjac corm is a rich source of soluble fiber, which promotes healthy digestion.
  • Konjac corm also has antibacterial, anti-inflammatory, and antioxidant properties, which can boost the immune system and prevent infections and diseases.

Risks

health-risks
  • Konjac corm contains calcium oxalate crystals that are very toxic to dogs when consumed raw and can irritate a dog's mouth, tongue, and throat.
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