Best Quaker Parrot Diet?

[ChristopherBradly]

So, I've done tons of reading but trying to sort through the massive wealth of information (and misinformation) that I am finding online is a bit overwhelming, so I wanted to ask two questions. I want to eventually make my own bird mix and prepare the healthiest of meals by hand so that I can select everything that I do everything right but that requires me doing a lot of research so until I can formulate a diet plan...it will also take some time to convert him to said plan so I want to take steps as to not upset his digestive tract. So, I guess what I really want to know is...

1) What is the healthiest bag of mass-produced bird blend that I can order online specific for a quaker parrot that has everything (or most of everything) that the parrot needs?
2) How much should I be feeding daily?

The previous owner was feeding what I assume is a generic bird mix and filling the bowl as needed but I want to go above and beyond so that I can develop a strong bond and do some training. I've read enough to know a little bit but there is so much research to be done. If anyone can guide me, I would be very grateful.

Also, if someone would like to shoot me a link or share some truthful information on quaker specific diets I would be grateful for that as well.
Sorry, this post is so scattered brained. It's either scattered, or I ramble too much and give every little detail, lol.

 

[Corkscr.ew]

1. The best food is the one your parrot will eat, and the one that won’t shorten its lifespan. Tops is great, but I’ve found that many birds won’t eat it. I personally have always fed Harrison’s and it’s very healthy and appealing to the birds. Lafebers, Roudybush, and Birdtricks pellets (essentially rebranded Tops) are also good. However, some birds are very picky and might not eat any of these, and if that’s the case then you can feed seed or another pellet in small portions.

2. It varies from bird to bird, but I’ve read that 1/8 cup is good for quakers. You shouldn’t be feeding a ton of dry food; make veggies the biggest portion of his diet.

 

[DonnaBudgie]

In addition to a good pellet I would make chop a big part of his diet. I use Bird Street Bistro cooked food as a base and add lots of chopped vegetables like broccoli, peppers, canned or frozen corn, frozen peas, and any other nice vegetables you have on hand. I add the vegetables after the base is cooked and has cooled. I divide the batch into small ziplock baggies of 4 days worth and freeze them. You can give him pieces of fresh fruit and leafy greens too.

I wouldn't feed him a seed and pellet based parrot mix. All he will do is eat his favorite seeds and that's very unhealthy for him. His favorite seeds and nuts should be used as training treats only.