Most mammals produce their own taurine from precursors. It is an essential component of bile acids, which are produced in the liver, stored in the gallbladder, and used to break down fats from food. It is abundant in the brain, the eye (especially the retina), muscle tissue, and many organs. Taurine is an amino acid found primarily in meat.
Is this warning justified and based on science? Let's take a look at the facts. In July 2018, the FDA released a warning about grain-free dog foods and their possible connection to the development of a serious heart disease in dogs.
