Pumpkin? Tofu?

[GuineaPigster]

I was thinking about making a gourmet birdie dinner tonight, and I remembered we have some pumpkin purée from thanksgiving.
It is pure pumpkin (not the pie mix). Is it safe to use?
Also, tofu?

 

[Birdiemarie]

Yes it is. Check to make sure there's no salt or sugar.

 

[MyAussieFriends]

I believe it is safe. My guys love pumpkin seeds!

 

[GuineaPigster]

Expanded my post to ask about tofu?

 

[MyAussieFriends]

Feed Table Foods To Pet Birds In Moderation
"Tofu, too, can be a problem for birds. “In some species, it can cause gastrointestinal problems like cheese does,” said Larry Nemetz, DVM, an exotics-only veterinarian in Southern California. Also, because tofu is high in protein, it can be hard on a bird’s kidneys."

I'd skip it.

 

[Mizzely]

Pumpkin puree is one of my birds' favorite foods! I put it in everything I bake for them I think

As for tofu, there is varying opinions on giving it to birds. If they are eating pellets, they likely are already eating soy, and too much of a good thing can certainly be bad for them. I personally would skip it, too.

 

[GuineaPigster]

Alright, glad I asked!!
Could I use chickpeas in place of that?

 

[GuineaPigster]

Or black beans? Lol I'm just trying to spice up the eggs.

 

[Mizzely]

Black beans or chickpeas would both be fine!