But pea protein is a starchy filler. It is high in insoluble fiber. Pea fiber is a vegetable protein, not animal protein that your pet's body requires.
What is another name for pea protein?
Pea proteins mainly exist as globulins (65–80%), which are also the main components in pea protein isolate (PPI) products. Globulins are composed of legumin 11S and vicilin 7S.
What is pea fibre made from?
Pea Fibre is derived from the husk of the pea plant. Pea fibre is an extra fine powder that will not have any effect on the texture of bakery products. An off white natural source of insoluble fibre, Pea fibre has a slight odour and taste specific to pea.
Does pea fibre contain protein?
Like soy, peas yield a complete protein, meaning they contain all the essential amino acids, making pea protein a good vegan alternative to animal proteins in sports nutrition products in particular.
Is pea fiber OK for dogs?
Pea fiber is bland to the taste and does not affect palatability or over-ride normal signals to satiety in dogs (Butterwick et al., 1994). It mixes well with both dry and wet ingredients and has been used to bind water and fat, as well as serve as a thickener in wet food preparations.