Quercetin
supplement · base score 0.7 · also listed as quercetin, quercetin dihydrate
What is it?
Quercetin is a supplement added for a specific benefit. Graded good: a real, recognisable ingredient that adds nutritional value, so it lifts a product’s score.
At a glance
- Category
- supplement
- Grade
- good
- Base score
- 0.7 (from −1 to 1; higher is better)
- Found in
- 5 products
- Also listed as
- quercetin, quercetin dihydrate
Common questions about quercetin
Is Quercetin 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 quercetin?
5 UK products list quercetin as an ingredient in our database. The full list is shown below, sorted by rating.
What else is quercetin called on labels?
Manufacturers list it under several names: quercetin, quercetin dihydrate. We match all of these to the same glossary entry when we read a label.
How does Open Dog Food grade quercetin?
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 quercetin in dog food?
Quercetin is a plant compound found in many fruits and vegetables and is added to some dog foods as a supplement. It appears on labels as quercetin or quercetin dihydrate.
Why is quercetin added to dog food?
Quercetin is a flavonoid with antioxidant properties and is sometimes included in recipes marketed for general wellness. It is generally regarded as safe, but speak to your vet before choosing a food with added quercetin for a specific purpose.
