74 | Ingredients to Avoid + Omega-3 Research Update

Research Update on Omega 3 dosing!! Also included in this episode is a list of ingredients to avoid in horse diets. Dr. Nichols explains some of the important toxins to be aware of for horses.

Show Notes:

Omega 3 fatty acid (EPA & DHA) research conducted by Cornell University: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jevs.2021.103781

Toxins discussed:

· Ionophores (common cattle medication)

· Fumonisin (fungus that grows on corn)

· Decaying organic matter (moldy hay and lawn clippings)

· Maple leaves

· Johnsongrass

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Dr. Jyme Nichols is Director of Nutrition for Bluebonnet Feeds and Stride Animal Health. For more information on these brands or a free virtual nutrition consult from our team just visit bluebonnetfeeds.com/nutrition-consult