Gastro VetPlus

Papaya

High in pectin – which forms a gel when at low pH and binds with acid = increased pH

Beneficial for healing ulcers

Aloe Vera

Effective in treatment and prevention of ulcers due to the monopolysaccharide content which protects the stomach lining = supplementing with monopolysaccharides is beneficial in treating and preventing ulcers

Fenugreek

Flavour herb

Cinnamon

Antioxidant and prebiotic effects

Apple pectin

Forms a gel in acid contact, increases pH and acts as a mucosal barrier

Lecithin

Attaches to stomach lining to act as a barrier to acid to prevent ulceration

Decreased excitability and anxiety to increase ulcer healing

Mycosorb A+

Blend of yeast and algae which removes mycotoxins from the gut and reduces their absorption. It also supports immune function and gut health.

Brewer’s yeast

Prebiotic to aid digestion. Proven to be beneficial in healing ulcers.

Liquorice

Reduces ulcers by increasing mucosal defence factors

Schisandra

Antioxidant and prebiotic effects

Inulin

Complex carbohydrate and prebiotic used to support the growth and activity of beneficial microorganisms within the GI tract

Actigen

Aids nutrient utilisation and supports overall health and performance

L-Arginine

Semi-essential amino acid produced by the body but needs supplementing at poor health/ exercise

Converts into NO

L-A protects gastric mucosa

NO accelerates healing of gastric ulcers

L-Tyrosine

Amino acid

Precursor for neurotransmitters dopamine, adrenaline and noradrenaline – help in learning, mood and memory

Beta-Alanine

Produces carnosine which is a molecule that can break up lactic acid to reduce muscle fatigue, increase endurance and build muscle.

L-Glutamine

Helps maintain mucosal lining within the digestive system and repairs ulcerated tissue. Supports immune support.

L-Glutamic acid

Aids gastric health and treats/ prevents ulcers

Repairs and nourishes lining of stomach

Manganese

An antioxidant and also aids digestion of carbohydrates and fats.

Vitamin C

Neutralises free radicals

Horses can synthesise their own in the liver from glucose

During stress levels can drop below what is needed for adequate antioxidant activity

Works with vit E à is able to regenerate any vit C which has been oxidised by a free radical and regenerate it to work again

Vitamin E

Antioxidant – protects cells from free radical damage

If horse receives adequate amounts of vitamin E the muscle membranes will remain intact during exercise with less cell breakdown

Zinc Sulphate

Antioxidant effect and supports immune system.

B vitamins

Supplementing them can combat the stress of travelling

Need to supplement at times of inappetence, GI upset or AB treatment

Vitamin D3

Help horses absorb calcium and phosphorous for strong bones. Also modulates immune and inflammatory responses to protect against disease.

L-Cysteine

Replenishes glutathione- an antioxidant which can reactivate Vit C and E metabolites  that have been oxidised by free radicals

Biotin

Helps to metabolise protein and energy. Also beneficial to hoof health.