zandische Posted August 8, 2007 Share Posted August 8, 2007 Hi folks! Ok, so Athena LOVES Crystal light. She got in my glass of Ruby Red Grapefruit the other day and ever since, if she sees me pour a glass of juice she goes for it! Does anyone know if this is bad for her? The only things I can think of that might be bad are the Aspartame and citric acid. What do you guys think? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
loviechick Posted August 8, 2007 Share Posted August 8, 2007 I won't give my birds Crystal light, and thats the only "juice" I drink around here. However my Sun Conure loves propel and she gets a sip maybe once a week as a treat. I would call your vet and ask, they would be able to give you the most appropriate answer! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Lidia Posted August 8, 2007 Share Posted August 8, 2007 Yes, the sweetener is bad for her. You might get some pure grapefruit juice specially for her so she can have a drink of her own stuff. On the other hand, a small amount once in a while, probably won't do any harm. But I wouldn't take the risk.<br><br>Post edited by: Lidia, at: 2007/08/08 15:09 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
judygram Posted August 8, 2007 Share Posted August 8, 2007 I would shy away from that too, I wouldn't want to take the risk, some pure grapefruit juice would be ok for them. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tari Posted August 8, 2007 Share Posted August 8, 2007 I had a quaker once that loved grapefruit juice. Had to make sure to get some with no added sugar or salt. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zandische Posted August 9, 2007 Author Share Posted August 9, 2007 I talked to the vet today and she agreed - she says the sweetener may be linked to cancer and has been thought to cause kidney problems over time. No more for my little t-rex! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
judygram Posted August 9, 2007 Share Posted August 9, 2007 Very good, zandische, for getting the answer to that question, and thanks for letting the rest of us know it is not safe for our greys to drink. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Talon Posted August 9, 2007 Share Posted August 9, 2007 Definitely a no no! Stick with the pure juice. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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