Equine metabolic syndrome and insulin resistance is an ongoing epidemic in current times. Although the case load is very high, as is the morbidity rate, options for better management are not keeping up with nor offering improved outcomes for the horse. Laminitis and chronic foot ailments […]
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The metabolic and insulin resistant horse. Quite a complex situation and one that is often poorly managed, as most chronic health ailments are in the horse and other species. In part one of this article, I discussed the underlying biochemical problems in the average horse with
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Metabolic syndrome and insulin resistance in the horse can be a real challenge for the horse owner and veterinarian to manage. It seems like there are several approaches offered online and from veterinarians, but often those therapies yield little for the horse in regards to clinical
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Free radicals are an important entity in chemistry and in health, having been researched for many years with connections to cellular changes that may impact overall health and aging. A free radical is a molecule that has an unpaired electron in the outer shell, which creates instability and a high rate of reactivity with other molecules. Free radicals are produced as a normal part of cellular respiration or energy production, but can also be generated as a consequence of environmental factors, stress, poor diet, food additives, medications and genetics. In general, they can have huge negative impacts on overall health, performance and sustainability, but the good news is that with understanding, we also realize that there are things we can do to minimize the damage inflicted.
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Curcumin, the “Indian Solid Gold” is one of the most cherished spices in the world. Health is something we all take for granted, but did you know that Curcumin taken daily can bring about dramatic health changes for the positive? Whether if you suffer from chronic joint pain, lower back pain or overall stiffness, benefits can be seen. In horses, we battle with joint deterioration, back complaints and overall unsoundness, chasing these conditions with expensive remedies combating something that could be better managed from another standpoint. Even in horses, dramatic changes can be evident, often creating confusion as to how something so simple can have such far reaching effects. Pets are no different, suffering from the same clinical maladies that affect humans. They too can benefit immensely, restoring healthy, vitality and a quest for life. So, why is this herb so wonderful?
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Looking to enhance performane and recovery, while reducing the incidence of injury? It is possible, but one has to understand what processes are at work and how to intervene. Exercise is something that we are all told to increase in our daily lives, but unfortunately, many equate this to a 45 minute, hard core workout performed in a gym on a daily basis. Although this is true, it is not true in all situations. Exercise can be walking, working in the yard, working in the barn, doing house chores…the list goes on. In terms of horses, exercise can be a long turn out with running in the pasture, routine daily training as well as a hard run at a jumper course. It is good for us and them, as it improves cellular function and oxygen metabolism, but also helps to strengthen muscle, improve circulation, burn calories and just improve overall health. But there is a bad side…
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