
The role of exercise in increasing insulin sensitivity in the horse.
Exercise benefits a horse in several ways. The effort of movement increases the calories a horse utilizes each day. The...
» View ArticleExercise benefits a horse in several ways. The effort of movement increases the calories a horse utilizes each day. The...
» View ArticleInsulinWise® A cutting-edge supplement research-proven to support healthy insulin regulation. A synergistic blend of polyphenols and amino acids, including leucine, that supports normal insulin regulation. Research-proven to help maintain healthy body weight and normal fat distribution. Sustains healthy hoof laminae. Ask your vet if InsulinWise is right for your horse.
» View ArticlePasture should be eliminated or severely restricted by using a grazing muzzle. Pasture is particularly dangerous in the spring and the fall in areas where cool-season grasses flourish. WARM DAYS (60° or above) + COOL NIGHTS (40° or below) = More sugars stored in leaves NSC = nonstructural carbohydrates, aka simple sugar and starch
» View ArticleOngoing research into pituitary pars intermedia dysfunction (PPID) has led to improved diagnostics and treatment. In this edition of EQUUS...
» View ArticleSymptoms of both EMS and PPID Obesity with abnormal fat deposits in the neck, tail head, and supra-orbit (pouch above the eye) Laminitis, both acute and chronic Insulin resistance (aka insulin dysregulation)
» View ArticleThe most common question I get is, “What exactly is insulin resistance or dysregulation?” The following is not a scientist’s...
» View ArticleHow grass grows The exact time spring grass begins to grow will vary from season to season. It also differs...
» View ArticleThe most important thing to keep in mind regarding “carbs” is that there are different types of carbohydrates and the...
» View ArticleResearch Update: high protein spikes insulin in horses with EMS/ID When it comes to developing a diet for horses with...
» View ArticleDuring periods of drought, pasture grass may go dormant while weeds continue to grow. How does this affect your horse?
» View ArticleWhat is considered limited turnout and how does it impact a horse’s feeding program? Continuous grazing is defined as access...
» View ArticleDepending on where you live, it can be very hard to find hay that is low enough in sugar to...
» View ArticleUse the following strategies to decrease calories in your horse’s diet. Remember to keep checking your horse’s condition frequently so he doesn’t lose too much weight!
» View ArticleGot a horse in your barn that can get out of anything you put on his head? You are not...
» View ArticleFor normal horses, the spring grass is a lovely change from hay, but for sugar-sensitive horses it is a dangerous time of year.
» View ArticleQ: I was told to feed my easy keeper mature, lower quality grass hay. Why, and how do I tell...
» View ArticleSome horses gain weight when given a winter break from trail riding, training, and/or showing. The extra weight can make...
» View ArticleWinter can negatively impact horses challenged by equine metabolic syndrome in a variety of ways, and this can increase their...
» View ArticleSoaking hay is one way to reduce the amount of sugar in the hay, but it should only be used...
» View Article3 easy steps to determine if a horse feed is “low starch". 1. Check the NSC (nonstructural carbohydrates)value of the feed. 2. Look for fat and fiber ingredients at the top of the ingredient list. 3. Make sure any cereal grains and molasses are only present in small amounts.
» View ArticleWhat does vitamin E deficiency look like in horses? Subtle signs of vitamin E deficiency often go unnoticed. Stiff during warm-up Sore after exercise Sour attitude when ridden Lack of energy and impulsion
» View ArticleConfused about the difference between a fortified feed, balancer pellet, and vitamin and mineral supplement? You are not alone. We put together a simple chart to help you choose which one is right for your horse.
» View ArticleWhat is a fructan? Fructan is a type of sugar found in cool-season grasses. Instead of being digested in the...
» View ArticleTeff hay has been recommended as a good source of fiber for horses with metabolic syndrome because of its low...
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