What is a Nutraceutical?
Clair Thunes, PhD
November 2, 2020
Are you confused about nutraceuticals in your horse’s diet? Learn more from our equine nutrition expert.
Are you confused about nutraceuticals in your horse’s diet? Learn more from our equine nutrition expert.
Though they make up only a tiny part of horses’ diets, micronutrients play big roles in major physiological functions, ranging from bone and muscle performance to digestion to hormone signaling.
Human nutritionists encourage eating whole foods and avoiding processed ones. Does the same logic apply to our horses?
Reduced performance, including a shorter stride length, is likely a consequence of pain caused by equine gastric ulcers.
Learn about the risk factors associated with horses getting gastric ulcers, as well as diagnosis and basic management and treatment.
Italian and Australian researchers investigated the relationship between transportation, gastric pH, and gastric ulcers. The team was surprised by some of the results.
How can horse owners help prevent equine gastric ulcers?
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Dr. Stephen Duren shares information about alfalfa’s calorie density and recommends how and when to feed it.
Your horse’s health status might call for a low-starch diet. Learn which conditions benefit from low starch levels and how to make the change.
Two sport horse veterinarians have shared how to make smart horse health decisions at competitions. See if you select the right paths toward a healthful and successful showing experience in these sticky scenarios.
While omeprazole use is unlikely to cause bone issues in horses consuming correct rations, researchers said it’s important to respect professional recommendations for both omeprazole treatment duration and commercial feeding instructions.
Your horse might not be getting enough vitamin E and not show any obvious signs. Or, he could have severe disease. Dr. Carrie Finno explains.
A bossy gelding has ballooned during the summer months, and his owner seeks advice for a safe and effective diet.
Here’s what you need to know about how to make a change in your horse’s hay or forage safely and effectively.
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