The Uterine Environment’s Impact on Foal Metabolism
Christa Lesté-Lasserre, MA
November 14, 2015
Researchers say the uterine environment can significantly impact a foal’s future bone health, metabolism, and more.
Researchers say the uterine environment can significantly impact a foal’s future bone health, metabolism, and more.
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