The Impact of Omega-3s on Horses with Lower Airway Disease
Casie Bazay, NBCAAM
May 25, 2015
Researchers found that omega-3 fatty acid supplementation can reduce signs of chronic lower airway disease in horses.
Researchers found that omega-3 fatty acid supplementation can reduce signs of chronic lower airway disease in horses.
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