Supreme use naked oats in Gerri. Although they contain less fibre than whole oats due to the husk removal, they confer similar benefits. They contain less starch than wheat or barley, and are rich in polyunsaturated fatty acids (PUFA).

Flaked Peas are a good source of protein, and are rich in sugar and starch, which contribute to the energy level of Gerri. Although they contain low amounts of oil, the oil present is unsaturated. Peas contain reasonable quantities of B vitamins, but are low in methionine, cysteine and tryptophan.

Pumpkin seeds

Pumpkin seeds are a more sophisticated version of sunflower seeds and their white shell enhances the appearance of the mix. Although little information is available on the nutrient profile of pumpkin seeds, the extracted seed is rich in protein and oil, just as in the sunflower seed. Although it is expected that the fatty acid profile is different, it never-the-less should be just as healthy.

Raisins

Raisins are poor sources of protein and fat, but what they lack in those departments they make up for in carbohydrate (sugars, not starch) providing energy. They are also a good source of minerals (potassium, magnesium, and iron) and the B vitamins.

Soya (Hipro pellet)

Soya is rich in amino acids such as threonine and lysine, and also methionine and cysteine. In addition soya has a high oil content, and is an excellent source of the essential fatty acid, linoleic acid (C18:2; w-6 fatty acid). Heat processing partially breaks down the plant cell wall rendering the nutrients more available and reduces the levels of ANF (which would otherwise reduce the digestibility of the protein). When the oil is removed the residue left is known as soya bean meal, which may then be incorporated directly into animal feeds or pelleted. The term Hipro indicates that the soya bean hulls are not reblended with the meal, and so it is therefore lower in fibre, but higher in protein than other meals. They are a good source of vitamins B and D.

Wheat (torrified)