EPISODE · Oct 8, 2021 · 30 MIN
74 | Ingredients to Avoid + Omega-3 Research Update
from Feed Room Chemist: An Equine Nutrition Podcast · host Dr. Jyme Nichols
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 …. Please share this episode on your favorite social media channels using #feedroomchemist so we can see which episodes you are loving! _ If you have a topic or question you would like addressed on a future episode please email [email protected] 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
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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 …. Please share this episode on your favorite social media channels using #feedroomchemist so we can see which episodes you are loving! _ If you have a topic or question you would like addressed on a future episode please email [email protected] 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
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