![]() ![]() A horse can’t lick fast enough to get what he needs to neutralize acidity in the stomach. Salt/Mineral Blocks My horse has access to a salt/mineral block so isn’t he getting the trace minerals he needs?Īctually no. Cecal fiber digestion by bacteria resulting in increased energy availability from forage.Important at multiple steps in the production of immune system cells and their function including direct cellular killing of organisms as well as antibody production.Required for normal production of the white blood cells.Antioxidant activity to remove free radicals and protect cell membranes.Maintains function of T lymphocytes and regulation of inflammatory cytokines.Normal production and maintenance of skin and hair pigmentation.Epidermal (skin) cell maintenance through cell division, protein synthesis and antioxidant activity.Chondroitin sulfate synthesis important for formation, maintenance and repair of joint cartilage.Formation of connective tissue (tendons and ligaments), bones and cartilage lining joints.Protein formation for skeletal growth and repair.Central nervous system development in foals.Antioxidant activity to protect cell membrane.Protein bond formation for rigidity in hoof wall.Copper Synthesis and maintenance of elastic connective tissue.Hoof wall protein synthesis: collagen, keratins. ![]() Cell division to support hoof wall growth and repair.They effect vital functions in your horse such as: Hoof Condition Trace minerals are necessary for horse growth, health and performance. Why Give Your Horse Trace Minerals? Trace minerals are one of the most overlooked supplements in horse care. ![]()
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