Lupins
carb · base score 0.5
What is it?
Lupins is a carbohydrate (starch/filler) ingredient. Graded medium: nutritionally adequate and nothing to worry about, but not a standout ingredient either way.
At a glance
- Category
- carb
- Grade
- medium
- Base score
- 0.5 (from −1 to 1; higher is better)
- Found in
- 9 products
- Also listed as
- -
Common questions about lupins
Is Lupins 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 lupins?
9 UK products list lupins as an ingredient in our database. The full list is shown below, sorted by rating.
How does Open Dog Food grade lupins?
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 are lupins in dog food?
Lupins are the seeds of the lupin plant, used as a legume source of carbohydrate and plant protein in some grain free or alternative recipes. They are processed to remove bitter compounds before use.
Are lupins the same as lupin beans in dog food?
The terms are often used interchangeably, though a recipe may list lupins as a broader carbohydrate ingredient rather than whole lupin beans. Check the full ingredient list for context.
