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In our Nutrition Hub we like to keep you up-to-date with the latest horse feeding and nutritional insights. Keep checking back for the very latest horse feed information under the topic of 'Ingredients'.
The incidences and severity of cases of Equine Gastric Ulcer Syndrome (EGUS) are sadly, on the increase. Recent studies suggest that approximately 93% of thoroughbred, racehorses and endurance horses suffer from ulcers. We know that certain factors can contribute to all types of gastric ulcer formation, however, we also know that appropriate management, including diet can significantly reduce the prevalence of EGUS.
Linseed (also known as flaxseed) is an annual crop that is grown for is oil rich seed. It is a traditional ingredient in equine rations and it has been fed to horses for many years. Providing numerous nutritional benefits, including delivering additional energy and promoting a shiny, healthy coat. We are looking at what linseed is, what functions it performs in the equine body and the nutritional differences between different forms of linseed that are available to include to our horses rations.
Chestnut Horse Feeds blend high quality ingredients, to make quality feeds which balance forage, ensuring a complete and balanced diet for your horse. But what exactly goes into a feed?