What are Bloomin' Birdie Bites you ask? This is a new food that is completely different from any of our current foods, in that it isn't cooked or heated to high, nutrient-compromising temperatures. Bloomin' Birdie Bites consist of a combination of safely germinated grains, legumes and seeds, plus some fresh vegetables, and organic herbs and spices. It can be fed dry or moistened with equal parts water - either way, it's tails-up delicious! While no foods can be nearly as nutritious as fresh, approx. 90% of the nutrients remain intact through the low-heat processing of Bloomin' Birdie Bites! As an adjunct to a varied diet, these nuggets of nutrition can add yet another healthy dimension to your bird's diet!

In addition, Bloomin' Birdie Bites can be tossed with fresh or cooked veggies, added to birdie breads, mixed with cooked rice or pasta...or the way my own flock likes it best: Mix 1 part Bloomin' Birdie Bites with 1 part water and let sit until water is absorbed (about 10 minutes); sprinkle in some Itty Bitty Birdie Bites (or Blazin' Birdie Bites if your bird likes heat!), give a stir, and serve!

Bloomin' Birdie Bites can also be fed dry, especially if you have a larger species of bird. The whole foods it contains have been processed for Itty Bitty Birdies; however, I do moisten it for my little guys. Of course, as your own bird's owner, you alone are the best judge of what and how to feed.

So, if you've been intimidated by sprouting but want to offer some of the same benefits, give Bloomin' Birdie Bites a try!