NU-FOOT
What Makes It Work
Biotin has proven to aid in the proper development of healthy hooves. Adding 10 to 30 mg. of Biotin per day, depending on weight, results in improved hoof hardness, integrity and conformation. Biotin has proven to have a direct effect on the epidermis associated with hoof horn formation and its quality.
DL Methionine, an essential amino acid, is required for proper hoof protein development.
Vitamine A, is important for the eyes and the hoof as it plays a role in the formation and protection of epithelial tissue which comprises the bulk of the hoof wall.
Vitamin D3, participates in the regulation of bone growth and metabolism and is metabolized in the horse through the exposure of sunlight. If horses are not receiving adequate sunlight, supplementation is important for the proper metabolism of both Calcium and Phosphorus which is needed for proper hoof development.
Vitamin E and Selenium work as antioxidants.
Choline and Inositol, are B Vitamins which act as lipotropic agents to aid in the prevention of fat accumulation in the liver. Instol helps to properly utilize choline and promotes healthy hair, hoof and bone.
Niacin, is important for metabolic process to insure healthy skin and proper function of the digestive tract.
Zinc, is important in horses tissues including skin, liver, bone and muscle. When a Zinc deficiency persists, the horse may have the following symptoms: hair loss, lethargy, diarrhea, decreased feed intake, as well as, decreased growth rate. Zinc and Copper deficiency have been associated with the occurrence of metabolic bone disorders in young growing foals such as O.C.D., epophysitis and contracted tendons.
Copper, is needed for bone, cartilage, elastan formation, utilization of iron, and improves pigmentation and the structure of the hair and the hoof.
Iodine, is most commonly associated with enlargement of the thyroid gland, known as goiter. The condition can be either a result of excess iodine in the diet or an iodine deficiency. Many fear the use of iodine for this very reason. However, iodine toxicity is unlikely to occur under normal feeding conditions. Iodine is safe at levels up to 5 mg/kg of dry matter intake per day. Common equine feeds range from 0 to 2 mg/kg of iodine. Iodine is a key trace mineral which is necessary for many biological processes. Iodine is utilized by the thyroid in the production of thyroid hormones. These hormones aid in regulating the horse's basal metabolic rate as well as affecting intracellular processes of oxidation. Field study surveys have indicated the use of supplements containing controlled amounts of iodine are effective in the treatment and prevention of white line disease.
Feed 2 scoops a day for a 1000 lb. horse. 88 day supply, 15 ingredients
Shipping weight: 12 pounds
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