Veggies For Guinea Pigs

Listed below are some nutritious foods for you to incorporate into your family member's diet.  Nutrition plays a major role in the health and longevity of any animal.  Keep in mind that moderation and variety are the keys to offering a complete, well-balanced diet. 

Vegetable/Fruit                         Calcium                                    Vitamin C

Swiss chard                                  Excellent                                   Excellent

Endive                                          Good                                        Good

Escarole                                        Good                                        Good

Dandelion greens                             Good                                       Excellent

Beet greens                                    Good                                       Excellent

Cilantro                                           Poor                                         Fair

Parsley                                           Poor                                          Fair

Mache                                            Poor                                         Excellent

Cress                                              Poor                                          Fair     

Romaine                                           Poor                                          Fair

Boston                                              Poor                                          Fair 

Carrot                                              Poor                                          Fair

Yam                                                 Poor                                         Fair

Pumpkin                                            Poor                                         Fair

Papaya                                             Poor                                        Good

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