Dextrose
carb · base score -1
What is it?
Dextrose is a carbohydrate (starch/filler) ingredient. Graded poor: cheap, vague or of questionable value, so it drags a product’s score down.
At a glance
- Category
- carb
- Grade
- poor
- Base score
- -1 (from −1 to 1; higher is better)
- Found in
- 21 products
- Also listed as
- -
Common questions about dextrose
Is Dextrose good for dogs?
We grade it as a poor ingredient: typically cheap, vague or of questionable nutritional value, so it drags a product’s score down. One poor ingredient does not make a food bad on its own, but a recipe built from several usually scores low.
How many UK dog foods contain dextrose?
21 UK products list dextrose as an ingredient in our database. The full list is shown below, sorted by rating.
How does Open Dog Food grade dextrose?
We grade it poor, our lowest grade, used for cheap, vague or low-value ingredients. 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.
Why is dextrose in dog food?
Dextrose is a simple sugar added to some dog foods and treats as a sweetener, energy source or to aid texture. It is quickly absorbed and provides rapid energy. It offers little nutritional benefit beyond calories.
Is dextrose bad for dogs?
Dextrose is not toxic to dogs in small amounts, but it is a simple carbohydrate. Foods high in added sugars are generally best limited. Speak to your vet if your dog has diabetes or weight concerns.
