Sports Nutrition
Popular Posts from this Topic
Putting Weight on an Older Horse
What to Do About Horses With Loose Poop
Will an Omega-3 Fat Supplement Help My H...
Feeding Horses With Equine Asthma
Fish Oil as an Omega-3 Source for Horses
Help! My Horse Is Losing Weight on a Rat...
Finally! A Slow Feeder Option That Works...
Extra Energy, Not Just Oats and Barley, Makes Horses ‘Hot’
by Michelle Anderson | Jun 25, 2022
Feeding your horse extra calories can add unnecessary energy, making them ‘hot’.
Read MoreSenior Horses: Handle With Care
by Chris White, DVM | Jun 22, 2022
Osteoarthritis can be an insidious process and a common consequence of aging. Learn how horses’ joints inevitably wear with age and how to keep them comfortable.
Read MoreSpecial Report: Signs Your Horse Has Gastric Ulcers
by Stacey Oke, DVM, MSc | Jun 14, 2022
Many horses diagnosed with equine gastric ulcer syndrome via gastroscopy have no clinical signs, or the signs are so subtle owners fail to recognize them. Sponsored by Vitalize.
Read MoreHow Diet Affects Equine Gut Health
by Christa Lesté-Lasserre, MA | Jun 10, 2022
Discover what scientists are learning about this dynamic area of research and how we can use it to promote equine health.
Read MoreMyths and Misconceptions About Equine Nutrition
by Michelle Anderson | Jun 9, 2022
Does alfalfa make horses “hot”? Should they not eat before exercising? Many of our feeding practices are based on tradition, but what’s really best for our horses? Sponsored by Purina Animal Nutrition.
Read MoreDealing With Equine Colic: Here Are 33 Do’s and Don’ts
by Marcia King | Jun 7, 2022
Do you know what to do–and just as importantly, what not to do–if your horse displays vague, mild, or serious signs of what might be colic? Your answer could save your horse’s life. Sponsored by Kentucky Performance Products.
Read MoreSupplement Improves Horses’ Muscle Cell Antioxidant Activity
by Christa Lesté-Lasserre, MA | May 30, 2022
N-acetylcysteine and coenzyme Q10 supplementation appears to increase natural antioxidant levels in horses’ skeletal muscles.
Read MoreFeed to Reduce Ulcer Risk Before Riding
by Clair Thunes, PhD | May 27, 2022
Providing forage before an early morning ride can help reduce the risk of ulcers.
Read MoreHow To Feed Performance Horses on a Budget
by Clair Thunes, PhD | May 22, 2022
Get tips for ensuring your horse gets the nutrition she needs without eating all your money.
Read More10 Low-Carb Diet Resources on TheHorse.com
by The Horse Staff | May 12, 2022
We’ve compiled some of our best resources on these diets and what horses might benefit from them most. Sponsored by Hygain.
Read MoreDoes Sugar Make Horses Anxious or Hyper?
by Janice L. Holland, PhD, PAS | May 11, 2022
How diets high in starch can impact hindgut function and performance, potentially leading to problems with the ‘gut-brain axis.’
Read MoreUnderstanding Ca and P Ratios for Horse Health
by Lucile Vigouroux | May 2, 2022
Learn about the delicate balance between two key minerals in horses’ diets.
Read More