Horse Health Solutions

Agnus Castus has long been used for balancing and regulating the hormonal system. It helps re-establish the normal balance of oestrogen and progesterone during the oestrus cycle, supporting the normal functioning of the pituitary gland and correcting hormonal disturbances. Supporting the progesterone level is extremely helpful in counteracting the irritability and unpredictability that can happen with mares "in season". Often a short course of the herb will restore the hormones to their correct balance.
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Aniseed has expectorant, antispasmodic, carminative, oestrogenic, antiseptic and parasiticide actions. It is useful for gassy gut and flatulence and can be used for minor respiratory problems. The seeds are ideal as a carminative for any digestive problems such as colic and is good for soothing and relieving coughs, especially persistent irritable coughing. Aniseed can also assist optimum lactation.
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Internally - 2 heaped teaspoons mixed with water to a thin paste, syringed or mixed in feed. Do not use with other medications or supplements etc. Not for long term use. Use 2-3 wks then abstain for 2-3 wks. Externally – 1oz mixed to a paste, rubbed into area daily leave to dry, leave on over night then rinse off.
Bentonite clay helps to heal ulcers, helps prevent tying up, lines the stomach and digestive tract. It detoxifies the system especially when on long term medication. Bentonite clay helps balance the bacteria of the intestines and strengthens the body's general constitution. Psyllium husk should be fed at same time as bentonite clay or just after. It can be used as poultice on cuts, wounds, damaged skin and tired legs. It promotes healing and the formation of new skin.
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Boneset also known as Feverwort, Thoroughwort, has antispasmodic, immuno-stimulatory, vasodilatory, diaphoretic and analgesic actions. It is helpful in treating minor bacterial infections by stimulating white blood cells to destroy disease causing micro organisms more effectively. Boneset has the benefit of protecting against colds and influenza. It is also used for upper respiratory tract congestion in horses and is especially good for bone pain. Boneset is good for any kind of fever control, it is a gentle laxative and is used for constipation.
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Brewers yeast has long been a favourite of horse keepers. Its high quality amino acids encourage a healthy population of gut flora, ensuring better hindgut digestion. and so helps the horse derive more vitamins and minerals from the dried forage part of their diet. It also provides copper and zinc, and is also high in vitamin B1 (thiamine) B2(Riboflavin) B3 (Niacin) these B group vitamins are known for their ability to maintain healthy skin, nervous and digestive system, and is particularly useful for hard working horses, lactating mares, anxious and problem horses.

Brewers yeast has long been a favourite of horse keepers. Its high quality amino acids encourage a healthy population of gut flora, ensuring better hindgut digestion. and so helps the horse derive more vitamins and minerals from the dried forage part of their diet. It also provides copper and zinc, and is also high in vitamin B1 (thiamine) B2(Riboflavin) B3 (Niacin) these B group vitamins are known for their ability to maintain healthy skin, nervous and digestive system, and is particularly useful for hard working horses, lactating mares, anxious and problem horses.

Relatively strong vasodilator having the ability to strengthen and repair capillaries. Useful for conditions such as arthritis, poor circulation, haemorrhage of capillaries, navicular syndrome, suitable for laminitic ponies. Research has shown rutin, one of the constituents of buckwheat, causes blood vessels to become more flexible and strengthens fragile blood vessels. Rich source of calcium, potassium, magnesium, iron, trace elements.

Caution: Care should be taken with pink skinned horses or horses, known to suffer with photosensitivity.

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Burdock is an excellent aid to digestion as it stimulates the digestive juices. It is ideal for blood disorders, liver and kidney function or toxic conditions which result in skin conditions such as eczema, sores boils or dry scurfy skin. It has an alterative effect which supports the tissues in their action of absorbing nutrients and eliminating waste products. It is a bitters, diuretic and antiseptic and can be used for arthritis, rheumatism and eczema. Burdock has been found to have anti-tumour activity and the root can be used as a poultice to speed the healing of wounds. Contains copper.
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Calendula contains essential oil and pro-vitamin A. It has traditionally been used as a blood tonic and is used internally for gastric ulcers and inflammation. Being rich in sulphur, it has excellent blood cleansing actions essential for healthy skin and hair. Combined with clivers, it is an excellent herb for the lymphatic, glandular and urinary system. It is an immune activator acting as an immuno-stimulant, stimulating the production of white cells and strengthening the immune system. It is an anti-inflamatory and antimicrobial herb that can help to fight infection. Calendula contains phosphorus and sulphur.
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Celery seed will aid natural digestion, it has a warming effect that will help if the horse if chilled or run down. Celery seed is particularly good for rheumatism, arthritis and joint stiffness, it relieves muscle spasm and can be beneficial for horses prone to tying up. Celery seed is a urinary antiseptic, it may reduce high blood pressure and is said to have a calming effect. A good source of vitamin B6 and iron, also useful in providing calcium and carbohydrates.
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