Go Nanas Organic Dog Treats

Sorghum is a cereal grain commonly used in pet foods as a source of complex carbohydrates, dietary fiber and modest plant protein, often chosen as a gluten‑free alternative to wheat or corn. It can provide fermentable fiber and antioxidant compounds that may support digestion and glycemic control, but is generally less digestible than some grains unless properly processed and certain tannin‑rich varieties can reduce nutrient availability, so quality sourcing and appropriate formulation are important—particularly for cats, whose diets should remain primarily animal‑based.

Coconut is used in pet foods primarily as a source of fat (often via coconut oil) and fiber, supplying medium-chain triglycerides (MCTs) such as lauric acid that can provide quick energy and may support skin and coat health in dogs and, to a lesser extent, cats. While small amounts can offer benefits like improved coat condition and possible antimicrobial effects, coconut is calorie-dense and can cause gastrointestinal upset, weight gain, or contribute to pancreatitis in susceptible pets, so it should be used sparingly and not as a substitute for balanced protein sources; avoid sweetened or xylitol-containing coconut products.

Brown rice syrup is used in pet foods as a carbohydrate sweetener and humectant to add calories, texture and mild sweetness, and can act as a binder in treats and wet diets. It supplies easily digestible energy but offers little protein, fat or micronutrients, can raise blood glucose (important for diabetic or overweight pets), and may contain trace levels of inorganic arsenic from rice so it should be used sparingly and not as a primary ingredient—particularly for obligate carnivores like cats who have limited dietary need for carbohydrates.

Banana is used in pet foods and treats primarily as a palatable source of carbohydrates, natural sweetness, and soluble fiber, often added in small amounts for texture and flavor. It provides potassium, vitamin B6 and modest vitamin C and fiber that can support digestion, but its high sugar and calorie content means it should be limited—especially for overweight or diabetic dogs—and it offers little nutritional necessity for obligate carnivores like cats; banana peels are also hard to digest and generally avoided.

Peanut flour is a defatted or partially defatted ground peanut product used in pet foods as a plant-based protein and flavoring ingredient, and also as a source of fat, fiber and a binder in dry formulations. It provides protein, healthy oils and fiber but has lower biological value than animal proteins (so it should not replace primary animal protein for cats), can be an allergen for some pets, is calorie-dense which may worsen obesity or pancreatitis risk, and should be properly processed and tested to reduce the risk of aflatoxin contamination.