December 2006

Maybe It’s A Chronic “Stomachache”

We’re not necessarily talking colic here, but horses that just don’t seem right may be trying to tell you that they need a little digestive aid.

Colic and other digestive upsets are a common problem in horses and a variety of over-the-counter supplements are available to deal with them. Probiotics and prebiotics focus on large intestinal function, where complex components of feeds are fermented rather than digested. Other supplements address gastric acidity and ulcers. This article will focus on supplements that aid the digestion of food in the upper intestinal tract, which is between the stomach and the large bowel.

Once you’re tried management changes, it could be time to purchase a digestive aid product, like Opti-Zyme.

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