The Role Of Nutritional Interventions In The Longevity And Maintenance Of Long-Term Health In Underway

Ninety cats were assigned to a study to determine the effects of a blend of nutritional supplements including antioxidants, a prebiotic, and a blend of omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids on longevity and quality of life in senior cats. Cats between the ages of 7 and 17 years were blocked to I of 3 groups by age, body condition, and gender and fed their assigned diets for their remaining lifetime. On average, cats eating the diet containing the nutritional blend lived significantly longer and showed significantly slower deterioration in a number of clinical health parameters compared to cats fed a standard adult maintenance control diet. Hematological measurements, body weight, lean body mass, skin thickness, and activity levels also were correlated to survival. Nutritional enhancements to the diet of senior cats can improve both length and quality of life.