Althea
veg · base score 1
What is it?
Althea is a vegetable ingredient. Graded good: a real, recognisable ingredient that adds nutritional value, so it lifts a product’s score.
At a glance
- Category
- veg
- Grade
- good
- Base score
- 1 (from −1 to 1; higher is better)
- Found in
- 12 products
- Also listed as
- -
Common questions about althea
Is Althea good for dogs?
Yes, we grade it as a good ingredient: recognisable and nutritionally useful, so it lifts a product’s score. Bear in mind that no single ingredient decides quality; the whole recipe and its balance matter more.
How many UK dog foods contain althea?
12 UK products list althea as an ingredient in our database. The full list is shown below, sorted by rating.
How does Open Dog Food grade althea?
We grade it good, our highest grade, reserved for recognisable ingredients that add real nutritional value. 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 althea in dog food?
Althea, also known as marshmallow root, is a herb used in small amounts in some dog foods. It contains mucilage, a type of soluble plant fibre.
Is althea safe for dogs?
Althea is generally considered safe in the small quantities used in pet food. Some dogs may be sensitive to botanical ingredients, so speak to your vet if you are concerned.
