How Stress Impacts Your Horse's Nutrition Needs

In this episode, Dr. Nicole Rambo discuss the impact of stress on the nutritional needs of horses. The conversation delves into various stress factors such as competition, travel, pregnancy, and weather, and how they affect horses' physiological state. Dr. Rambo explains the importance of maintaining a good nutritional baseline, with a focus on forage quality, to support horses during stressful events. The episode also covers the role of specific nutrients and antioxidants in counteracting oxidative stress, the energy demands of the immune system during stress, and the significance of gut health in managing stress.  You can learn more about these topics by visiting our expertise page HERE If you have any questions or concerns about your own horse, please contact us HERE This podcast was brought to you by Tribute Superior Equine Nutrition