Konjac
additive · base score 0.5
What is it?
Konjac is an additive, such as a preservative, flavouring or colouring. Graded medium: nutritionally adequate and nothing to worry about, but not a standout ingredient either way.
At a glance
- Category
- additive
- Grade
- medium
- Base score
- 0.5 (from −1 to 1; higher is better)
- Found in
- 2 products
- Also listed as
- -
Common questions about konjac
Is Konjac 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 konjac?
2 UK products list konjac as an ingredient in our database. The full list is shown below, sorted by rating.
How does Open Dog Food grade konjac?
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 konjac in dog food?
Konjac is a plant root, Amorphophallus konjac, used as a source of soluble fibre, gelling agent, or thickener. It absorbs water and forms a gel, which can add bulk to food. On UK labels it is usually listed simply as konjac.
Is konjac safe for dogs?
Konjac is used in small amounts and is generally tolerated, although a sudden increase in fibre can upset some dogs' digestion. If your dog has a sensitive digestive system, speak to your vet.
