Health & Nutrition
Don’t Sweat It! The Benefits of Micro Encapsulation Technology™ in Electrolytes
Electrolytes are essential minerals found in the body, needed for hydration, blood acidity regulation, nutrient absorption, and nerve and muscle function. If you have ever looked at our Complete Electrolytes or SafeSalt, you might have read something about Micro Encapsulation Technology. But what is this and why is it important?
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Ascorbyl Monophosphate: A Stable Form of Vitamin C
Did you know that there is more than one form of vitamin C? You may be wondering: if this is the case, which one is best for my horse?
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Vitamin E-ssential - The Importance of Vitamin E Supplementation
Have you ever wondered why vitamin E supplementation is so important for some horses? Ensuring that your horse receives all of the necessary vitamins and minerals can be difficult, and with so many supplements and balancers available it can be hard to know which one is right for them. In this article we will discuss the importance of vitamin E, how much is appropriate for your horse, and which type you should look for in the ingredients lists.
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The (o)mega benefits of DHA and EPA
Omegas are the name for polyunsaturated fatty acids which cannot be produced by the body and must therefore be obtained from the diet. It is well documented in both human and animal science that omegas such as 3 and 6 provide a whole host of nutritional benefits. But what actually are they, and how do they help our horses?
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Boswellia vs. Boswellic Acid: Which is better?
There are a multitude of equine joint supplements on the market that contain Boswellia, and it can be difficult to decide which one contains the most beneficial amount. How many times have you looked at the packaging of a supplement and wondered what all of it really means?
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The Importance of Research
We all know that the equestrian community is averse to change. Here at Science Supplements we talk a lot about research and facts - but why should we believe what the research says?
There are several steps that occur during research, to ensure that it is valid and reliable. Read on to find out why you shouldn’t just ‘google it’.
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Insulin Sensitivity: Why it is important for our horses
One of the most significant health challenges that the leisure horse population has to cope with is insulin sensitivity, or perhaps more accurately, insulin dysregulation (ID).
If you have ever experienced the heartbr...
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Feeding For Breeding
Picture the scene. You have a gorgeous mare. She is well-bred, has great conformation and a temperament ‘to die for’.
She has worked well and turned her hoof to pretty much anything. She might even have had some signi...
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Does The Change In Season Affect Our Dogs?
If you live with one or more canine friends, you might have noticed more dog hair around than usual lately.
There might be a few more ‘dust bunnies’ appearing in corners and your vacuum cleaner might look distinctly m...
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Keeping It Balanced: Do I need to use a feed balancer?
Our horses’ nutrition is an aspect of their management that we can have a significant amount of control over. In some cases, we have complete control over what our horses consume, particularly where access to grazing ...
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New Year Resolutions For Your Dog
January can be a tricky month. The promise of longer days, warmer weather and more sunshine is on the horizon. Already, plants and buds are starting to grow and awaken, and other signs of new life are slowly starting ...
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Customer Spotlight: Victoria & Sprite
Victoria has owned her 9YO thoroughbred cross KWPN mare, Sprite, for over 4 years.
A quiet character, Sprite has always been sound sensitive. While she doesn’t exhibit naughty behaviour, if her brain isn’t engaged in ...
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