EMS and ‘Low-Carb’ Diets: What’s Right for Your Horse?
Clair Thunes, PhD
February 3, 2025
Not all carbohydrates are created equal, and “low-carb” definitely doesn’t mean “no-carb.” A nutritionist explains.
Not all carbohydrates are created equal, and “low-carb” definitely doesn’t mean “no-carb.” A nutritionist explains.
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