Importance of Vitamins in Supplements
A wise man should consider that health is the greatest of human blessings.
" -Hippocrates Research has shown that each part of the body contains high concentrations of certain nutrients, A deficiency of those nutrients will cause the body part to malfunction and eventually break down - like dominos, other body parts will follow.
If we do not provide the proper nutrients, we can impair the body's normal functions and cause great harm.
Even if there are no signs of illness it doesn't necessarily mean they are healthy, it simply may be that they are not exhibiting symptoms of illness.
Often the owners don't see the signs of deterioration as they are so subtle and develop so gradually that they go unnoticed until the problem becomes serious then they want a "quick fix" which may fix the symptoms however not the problem.
Many horses owners feed foods that are processed and/or cooked ( most senior feeds) which destroys most of the nutritional value.
The use of pesticides and other toxins in the environment compromise the horse's health along with the over use of antibiotics, both oral and injectable, the use of corticosteroids, vaccinations, de-wormers and just the air we breath (smog and exhaust fumes).
Much of the forages are stored outside in the elements and even if stored covered over a period of time the nutritional value is decreased.
Good nutrition is the foundation of good health.
There are books and much extensive information available, this is just a basic overview of what we have in our supplement and how it will help your four legged friends.
Everyone needs the four basic nutrients - water, carbohydrates, protein and fats - as well as vitamins, minerals, enzymes and other micronutrients.
The first four are the basis for a good diet, by getting the other nutrients - which are essential for life - the body can utilize the first four for maximum performance and functioning.
Why vitamins? Vitamins are essential to life - they regulate metabolism and assist the biochemical processes that release energy from digested food and are the foundation of body functions.
Some are water soluble which cannot be stored in the body so therefore they must be taken into the body daily - includes Vitamin C and B-complexes.
Others are fat soluble vitamins which can be stored for longer periods of time in the body's fatty tissue and liver - includes vitamins A, D,E, and K.
To mention just a couple of important ones are: Vitamin C is an antioxidant that is required for at least 300 metabolic functions in the body including tissue growth and repair, adrenal gland function, healthy gums, the formation of collagen - the "glue" that holds together the skin and connective tissue such as ligament and tendons.
Vitamin C increased the absorption of iron.
It can combine with toxic substances and render them harmless so that they can be eliminated from the body.
There are numerous other vitamins that are essential for proper health and wellness.
" -Hippocrates Research has shown that each part of the body contains high concentrations of certain nutrients, A deficiency of those nutrients will cause the body part to malfunction and eventually break down - like dominos, other body parts will follow.
If we do not provide the proper nutrients, we can impair the body's normal functions and cause great harm.
Even if there are no signs of illness it doesn't necessarily mean they are healthy, it simply may be that they are not exhibiting symptoms of illness.
Often the owners don't see the signs of deterioration as they are so subtle and develop so gradually that they go unnoticed until the problem becomes serious then they want a "quick fix" which may fix the symptoms however not the problem.
Many horses owners feed foods that are processed and/or cooked ( most senior feeds) which destroys most of the nutritional value.
The use of pesticides and other toxins in the environment compromise the horse's health along with the over use of antibiotics, both oral and injectable, the use of corticosteroids, vaccinations, de-wormers and just the air we breath (smog and exhaust fumes).
Much of the forages are stored outside in the elements and even if stored covered over a period of time the nutritional value is decreased.
Good nutrition is the foundation of good health.
There are books and much extensive information available, this is just a basic overview of what we have in our supplement and how it will help your four legged friends.
Everyone needs the four basic nutrients - water, carbohydrates, protein and fats - as well as vitamins, minerals, enzymes and other micronutrients.
The first four are the basis for a good diet, by getting the other nutrients - which are essential for life - the body can utilize the first four for maximum performance and functioning.
Why vitamins? Vitamins are essential to life - they regulate metabolism and assist the biochemical processes that release energy from digested food and are the foundation of body functions.
Some are water soluble which cannot be stored in the body so therefore they must be taken into the body daily - includes Vitamin C and B-complexes.
Others are fat soluble vitamins which can be stored for longer periods of time in the body's fatty tissue and liver - includes vitamins A, D,E, and K.
To mention just a couple of important ones are: Vitamin C is an antioxidant that is required for at least 300 metabolic functions in the body including tissue growth and repair, adrenal gland function, healthy gums, the formation of collagen - the "glue" that holds together the skin and connective tissue such as ligament and tendons.
Vitamin C increased the absorption of iron.
It can combine with toxic substances and render them harmless so that they can be eliminated from the body.
There are numerous other vitamins that are essential for proper health and wellness.
