The Ancestral Diet Meets Modern Nutrition
To bridge the gap between what was once the ideal diet in
the wild, and what science defines as an optimal
nutritional profile, Natura Pet Products has developed the
ideal ancestral diet: EVO.
EVO 95% Beef Canned Dog Food is based on the proven high
protein, no grain EVO formulas and contains 95% meat
including bones, fat, cartilage and connective tissue for
the true carnivore in every dog.
FORMULATED WITH ADDED ANTIOXIDANT VITAMINS
FORTIFIED WITH VITAMINS & MINERALS
If you like the idea of feeding raw, but prefer a gently
cooked food that provides benefits that match raw, frozen
or home prepared high-meat pet diets, EVO 95% Beef is the
answer. EVO is the first grain-free ancestral diet that
provides the benefits of modern nutrition in a safe,
convenient and cost-effective natural food. Use EVO alone,
or as a supplement to your raw or home cooked pet food
for a completed and balanced natural feeding.
EVO is an alternative for raw feeders and home-cookers.
EVO 95% Canned Dog Food is formulated to meet the
nutritional levels established by the AAFCO (Association
of American Feed Control Officials) Dog Food Nutrient
Profiles for ALL LIFE STAGES.
Available in 5.5 ounce and 13.2 ounce cans.
Ingredients
Beef
Beef is the clean flesh derived from slaughtered cows and is limited to that
part of the striate muscle which is skeletal or that which is found in the tongue,
in the diaphragm, in the heart, or in the esophagus; with or without the accompanying
and overlying fat and the portions of the skin, sinew, nerve, and blood vessels
which normally accomany the flesh.
Natura uses only high-quality beef, suitable for human
consumption, not beef by-products found in some other
products.
Beef Broth
Beef broth is obtained by cooking beef, including bones
and/or muscle, much the same process as making a stock.
There is currently no specific definition by AAFCO for
beef broth.
Beef broth adds moisture and increases the protein and
palatability level of food.
Natural Flavors
Natural flavors are minimally processed flavor ingredients that do not contain
synthetic or artificial components. In the Natura products that include "natural
flavor" in the formula, the exact composition is proprietary. However, the ingredient
does comply with the FDA CFR which regulates this definition, and is always
made from the same animal species on which the formula is based. For example,
the "natural flavor" used in the original EVO formula contains a reduction of
chicken meat - much the same process as is employed to create a chicken stock
in your home kitchen.
Tricalcium Phosphate
Calcium is a principal inorganic component of bone. As much as 99% of the bodys
calcium is found in the skeleton. Calcium is a mineral that is found naturally
in foods. Calcium is necessary for many normal functions of the body, especially
bone formulation and maintenance. Calcium can also bind to other minerals (such
as phosphate) and aid in their removal from the body. Calcium phosphate is used
to prevent and to treat calcium deficiencies.
Guar Gum
Guar gum is derived from the ground endosperm of the guar plant. It is a gelatinous
substance from the legume family that contains protein and polysaccharides.
There is currently no official AAFCO definition for guar gum but is considered
GRAS (generally recognized as safe). Guar gum is used as an emulsifier, thickener,
and stabilizer in foods. Several studies have found significant decreases in
cholesterol levels after administration of guar gum in humans. These decreases
are thought to be a function of the high soluble fiber content of guar. Guar
gum is highly digestible and has a low caloric content.
Sunflower Oil
Sunflower oil is obtained by extracting oil from sunflower seeds. Sunflower
oil has a high concentration of linoleic acid (73%), which is important for
good skin and coat health. Natura uses sunflower oil that has been cold-pressed
and protected from exposure to heat and light. This very high quality, very
palatable fat is used in California Natural and Innova formulations.
Seaweed Extract
Seaweed is the name commonly used for various types of marine algae. There
is currently no official AAFCO definition for seaweed extract. Nutritionally,
seaweeds compare to vegetables with all or more of the phytochemicals, vitamins
and minerals. Seaweed is used mainly as a source of iodine, a trace mineral
required to sustain life. It impacts cell respiration, metabolism of energy,
and nutrients, functioning of nerves and muscles, differentiation of the fetus,
growth and repair of tissues, and the condition of skin, hair, teeth, and nails.
Sea Salt
Sea salt, also know as solar salt, is a natural mineral necessary for life and
good health. Even though regular salt (mined) and sea salt (solar) come from
different places, by the time they make it onto the market, they are practically
identical in every way, including nutritional value.
Calcium Carbonate
Calcium carbonate is a mineral that is true to its name by containing a minimum
of 38% calcium. The calcium in bone provides structural integrity to the skeleton
and also contributes to the maintenance of proper blood calcium levels through
ongoing resorption and deposition. Circulating calcium has essential roles in
nerve impulse transmission, muscle contraction, blood coagulation, the activation
of certain enzyme systems, the maintenance of normal cell-membrane permeability
and transport, and cardiac function.
Sodium Phosphate
Phosphorus is a naturally occurring substance that is important in every cell
in the body. The majority of phosphorus in the body is found in the bones. The
potassium and sodium salt forms of phosphorus are called phosphates. Sodium
phosphate is used to acidify the urine and lower the urinary calcium concentration.
This may reduce rash and odor caused by ammonium in the urine. Sodium phosphate
is also used as a phosphorus supplement to prevent and/or treat a phosphorus
deficiency.
Herring Oil
Herring oil is the oil extracted from whole herring. Herring oil provides a
rich source of Omega 3 essential fatty acids. Because the herring that Natura
uses is of such high quality, the herring oil helps produce healthy skin and
lustrous coats.
Inulin
A relatively new highly fermentable fiber, Inulin has not only become widely
recognized as a superior prebiotic fiber source, it has also been clinically
proven to increase calcium absorption. Derived from chicory roots, Inulin becomes
a specific foodstuff for the beneficial bacteria found in the intestinal tract.
Benefits from this include firmer stools, reduced risk of colitis and cancers,
improvement in glucose and blood lipid metabolism, reduction in gas production
(flatulence) and a reduction in fecal odor. A tasteless white polysaccharide
found especially dissolved in the sap of the roots and rhizomes of composite
plants.
Sodium Ascorbate
Sodium ascorbate is a non-acidic form of vitamin C. Vitamin C is a water soluble
vitamin that passes out of the body every day. Sodium ascorbate has a neutral
pH, making it safer for sensitive stomachs. Sodium ascorbate is simply a mixed
compound comprised of ascorbic acid (pure vitamin C) and sodium salt. Because
of its' low pH, ascorbic acid can cause gastric upset. The sodium salt buffers
the acidity and yields a compound with a neutral pH that is gentle on the stomach.
Garlic
Garlic is the whole clove of the garlic plant. Garlic is valued for its anti-oxidant
properties, as well as its enjoyable flavor. Our formulations use the same fresh
Gilroy garlic served in restaurants and sold in grocery stores. Natura selects
only fresh, whole fruits and vegetables for our pet foods. They are not pre-processed,
so they retain the flavors and important nutrients (including 'protector' antioxidants)
of the foods you serve at your own table. When comparing ingredients in pet
foods, it pays to ask about the source of the ingredients. Are they human-grade?
Are they fresh, dried, powdered, or otherwise processed? These characteristics
affect both the flavor and nutritional value of the final product.
Choline Chloride
Choline chloride is a member of the B-complex group of water-soluble vitamins
(vitamin B-4). It is used as an animal feed additive, especially for poultry
and swine, to increase growth, reduce mortality rate, increase feed efficiency,
increase egg production, and improve meat quality. It is not a substitute for
any other feed supplement and has no direct substitutes itself.
Potassium Chloride
A chemical compound, KCl, a colorless or white, cubic, crystalline compound
that closely resembles common salt (sodium chloride). It is soluble in water,
alcohol, and alkalies. Potassium plays various roles in metabolism and body
functions. It assists in the regulation of the acid-base balance and water balance
in the blood and the body tissue. It assists in protein synthesis from amino
acids and in carbohydrate metabolism.
Beta Carotene
Beta carotene is a carotenoid that produces Vitamin A. Although several different
carotenoids are capable of providing vitamin A, Beta Carotene is the most plentiful
in foods and has the highest biological activity. Animal products do not contain
carotenoids but can provide active vitamin A when included in the diet. Milk,
liver, egg yolk, and carrots contain high amounts of Beta Carotene. Both dogs
and cats readily absorb Beta Carotene, and studies have shown this carotenoid
may have a function in cell-mediated and body immune responses in these species.
Vitamins/Minerals
