This episode begins the journey through the equine digestive tract and focuses heavily on the foregut. Dr. Nichols covers the main problems that can occur in each section of the equine digestive tract and what you can do to prevent negative issues from cropping up.

Show Notes:

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Products mentioned:

· Intensify Omega Force – low feeding rate, nutrient dense pelleted feed that can be fed in small meals.

· Equilene Pro Care – contains a seaweed calcium that buffers stomach acid.

· Intensify Growth & Development – contains lithothamnion, a seaweed calcium that improves bone health.

· Gastro pHix – a Foregut supplement that is about to hit the market!

· LIFELINE+ Equine – the only oral plasma supplement in the United States that is horse-safe.

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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