Laminitis remains a poorly understood condition, despite considerable research over the years. One of the more recent studies has sugested a similarity between humans with type 2 diabetes and equine metabolic syndrome, wich could explain why some horses appear more prone to laminitis than others. This syndrome which causes insulin resistance will result in high levels of circulating blood glucose that will eventually starve the cells of nutrients and energy if the glucose cannot be stored correctly.
Following trials with humans, it is believed that an extract of cinnamon could help the cells to respond to insulin and as we already know that cinnamon has inportant antioxidant properties, the results of this study would advocate the inclusion of cinnamon in supplements for horses and ponies prone to Laminitis.
Laminitis is a multifactorial condition so it is important to consider its entire aetiology.
'Think Laminitix', a new supplement from Brinicombe Equine, combines cinnamon with other essential nutrients such as magnesium, live yeast,, anti-oxidants, and MSM to provide the best possible nutrition for your laminitic.
'Think Laminitix' is availible as a solid low sugar lick, or in granules - each tub providing up to a six week supply.
This Article discusses one of many products available in our special needs department for 'laminitis' - have a browse round.
Untill next time - look after yourselves - and your four legged friends
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