Algae Lime
mineral · base score 0.5
What is it?
Algae Lime is a source of minerals. Graded medium: nutritionally adequate and nothing to worry about, but not a standout ingredient either way.
At a glance
- Category
- mineral
- Grade
- medium
- Base score
- 0.5 (from −1 to 1; higher is better)
- Found in
- 16 products
- Also listed as
- -
Common questions about algae lime
Is Algae Lime good for dogs?
It is nutritionally fine: we grade it medium, meaning adequate and nothing to worry about, but not a standout either way. The overall recipe matters more than any single ingredient.
How many UK dog foods contain algae lime?
16 UK products list algae lime as an ingredient in our database. The full list is shown below, sorted by rating.
How does Open Dog Food grade algae lime?
We grade it medium: nutritionally adequate, but nothing special either way. Every ingredient is converted to its dry-matter share and scored from our glossary before a recipe gets its 1-100 rating; the full method is on our methodology page.
What is algae lime in dog food?
Algae lime is a mineral rich powder made from calcified marine algae or seaweed, often used as a natural source of calcium and magnesium. On UK pet food labels it appears as algae lime or calcified seaweed. It helps balance the mineral content of the recipe.
Is algae lime safe for dogs?
Algae lime is generally considered safe when included at appropriate levels in complete pet foods. It supplies calcium and trace minerals that contribute to a balanced diet. If your dog has a known mineral sensitivity, speak to your vet.
