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Frequently Asked Questions
Sushi-grade safe?
No. Sushi grade = human standards. Thiaminase risk same.
Freeze-dried raw?
No. Freeze-drying doesn't inactivate thiaminase.
Raw diet component?
Not recommended. Use raw meat/poultry instead.
Symptom timeline?
Weeks to months. Chronic feeding = neurological damage.
Frozen cooked?
Yes safe if plain. May be high sodium.
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