Jerusalem artichoke/Topinambur

"Helianthus tuberosus" air dried and limited quantities! is also called Sunroot, Sunchoke, wild sunflower, Topinambur or earth apple. Jerusalem Artichoke is a good source of natural insulin which has a positive effect on the intestinal flora and may lead to an accumulation of good intestinal bacteria.  Does not influence the blood glucose levels and can therefore also be given to degus as a treat. Guinea pigs may get it as an occasional treat because of the higher calcium and potassium levels. Please keep always in mind when you serve your pet new food: Some animals need their time to smell and try it since a lot of them have never smelled a flower or certain herbs before.  We, however, found that most bunnies and other critters digged our flower mixes right away. :-) Start with a 1oz bag unless you KNOW your pet loves that kind of treat since we do not offer refunds, exchange or returns on food. Please note that depending on the time of harvest and weather conditions the color and