Ingredients

Our own, original recipe dog treats are hand-made from ingredients you’d find in your own kitchen. Most Delightful Foods does not use artificial fillers, flavors, or preservatives. 

Each of our products has the same base ingredients that were selected for their nutritional clout. Most are ranked high in antioxidant content. Antioxidants help protect our cells from molecules called free radicals that damage body tissues and organs. When studied in humans, antioxidants show benefits in cardiovascular disease, some cancers, chronic degenerative disease, and aging. The health benefits of our product ingredients have not been thoroughly researched in companion animals. 

• Sweet potatoes, a Louisiana product, are rich in dietary fiber, potassium, vitamins A, C and B6. The antioxidant beta-carotene imparts their deep yellow-orange color. They are considered one of the top 10 healthy foods, and when compared to other vegetables, sweet potatoes rank No. 1 in nutritional value! Sweet potatoes may help reduce the risk of some cancers in humans. 
• Carrots, like sweet potatoes, are a good source of beta-carotene. In addition, they are filled with an assortment of carotenoids, including lutein and lycopene. These phytochemicals are associated with lower risk of certain cancers. 
• 100% rolled oats contribute a healthy supply of dietary fiber, called beta-glucan, well known for its cholesterol-lowering properties. By including soluble fiber in our diets, we can lower our risk of heart disease.   
• Whole wheat flour is made from wheat’s whole grain so it retains the naturally-occurring fiber, B vitamins, minerals such as magnesium, iron, and selenium, and numerous phytochemicals. A diet rich in whole grains is associated with reduced risk of heart disease, type 2 diabetes, obesity, and some forms of cancer in humans. 
• White rice flour is an ideal alternative to wheat flour for those on a wheat-free or gluten-free diet. Made by grinding polished rice kernels into powder, rice flour provides all the nutrients present in white rice and contains no gluten.
• 100% milled flax seeds are another great source of fiber, plus they are the most potent plant source of the omega-3 fatty acid, alpha linolenic acid. Flax seeds offer us many health benefits, including reduced risk of heart disease and stroke. The omega-3 fatty acid helps boost the immune system to produce chemicals that control inflammation. This reduces symptoms associated with joint pain, rheumatoid arthritis, and skin ailments.
• Red tart cherry juice is filled with antioxidants and high levels of potassium. The deep red color is from the antioxidant called anthocyanin that maintains a good cellular defense system. Thus, this juice is thought to help promote joint health.
• Molasses is a thick syrup made from sugarcane found growing in the fields of Louisiana. It is among the top food source of magnesium and contains a significant amount of other minerals including calcium, potassium, and iron. The chromium present in molasses is used in our bodies for digesting food and controlling blood sugar. 
• Glycerin is a sweet-tasting sugar alcohol molecule that serves as a humectant to keep foods moist and to naturally preserve foods. 
• Canola oil can be considered one of the “healthier” fats. When compared to other plant oils, it contains a high amount of monounsaturated fat, the lowest amount of saturated fat, and more omega-3 fatty acids. It also is a great source of vitamin E. 
• Cinnamon ranks high in antioxidant activity, and the oil of cinnamon has antimicrobial properties. Recent studies in humans have demonstrated that cinnamon helps control blood sugar by increasing our cells’ ability to metabolize the sugar. It was once believed that cinnamon cures colds! 
• Turmeric is another spice filled with antioxidants. Curcumin imparts turmeric’s brilliant yellow color and has powerful anti-inflammatory properties that reduce the pain and swelling of arthritis.