4<\/td> Strain off any excess liquid and let cool before serving<\/td> <\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\nSteve then cut up the cooled broccoli into smaller pieces and gave them to Charlie in moderation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
He was careful not to overfeed as this could lead to digestive issues due to a lack of fiber in the food.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Also, he made sure that all pieces were small enough for Charlie to swallow without choking risk.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Finally, Steve checked with his vet before introducing new foods like steamed broccoli just to be safe.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Overall, adding steaming broccoli occasionally is an excellent way to provide variety in your bearded dragon\u2019s diet while ensuring its safety and health.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
As long as you prepare the vegetable properly and follow simple servings guidelines, you should have no problems when giving your pet this nutritious veggie treat.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Common Mistakes When Feeding Steamed Broccoli To Bearded Dragons<\/h2>\n\n\n\n There are some common mistakes to avoid.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
One of the most common errors is incorrect portion size for the age group.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nYoung bearded dragons should be fed very small portions of steamed broccoli and adults may consume more than a tablespoon.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Another mistake that people make with this food is incorrectly cooking it.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nSteaming time should usually not exceed five minutes in order to preserve nutritional value and texture.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Steamed broccoli should not be given to young or baby bearded dragons as their digestive systems cannot handle it adequately.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Lastly, when feeding steamed broccoli to beardies, make sure the temperature isn’t too hot as they can scald themselves on overly warm food.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nAll these points must be considered before serving up a plate of broccoli for your pet dragon.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Alternatives To Steamed Broccoli<\/h2>\n\n\n\n <\/figure>\n\n\n\nBearded dragons can benefit greatly from a varied diet.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Including vegetables like steamed broccoli is important, but it should not be the only vegetable in their diet.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
There are many other veggies that bearded dragons find tasty and nutritious, such as carrots, celery, squash, kale, and blueberries.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nCarrots are an excellent source of vitamins A and C for bearded dragons.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
They also provide dietary fiber and minerals like potassium and magnesium.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Carrots can be chopped into small pieces or grated before being fed to your pet dragon. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Celery stalks are another healthy option for bearded dragons; they contain calcium, vitamin K, and folate which all help with bone development.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Make sure to cut the celery stalks into small chunks so it\u2019s easier for your dragon to digest them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Squash is a great choice too since it provides essential nutrients including vitamin A and beta-carotene.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
It\u2019s best to steam or bake the squash before serving it to your pet dragon as raw squash may be hard for them to digest properly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Kale is packed full of nutritional benefits due to its high levels of antioxidants – beneficial compounds found in plants that protect against aging caused by free radicals – while providing several vitamins including B6, E, K, and C along with iron and calcium. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Blueberries are an excellent source of Vitamin C \u2013 even more than oranges! In addition to this vital nutrient, blueberries are rich in manganese which helps produce energy within cells.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Be sure to chop up these fruits into small pieces before feeding them to your beardie so they don’t choke on them accidentally when eating quickly.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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