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PARASITE-DERIVED ENZYMES

And their role in equine gut function Text: Ilsemarie Greyvenstein Equine gastrointestinal parasites, particularly Strongyles, have long been studied for their pathogenic (disease-causing) effects. However, some of the new research suggests that certain enzymes produced by these parasites may play a role in modulating gut function in a beneficial way. This article explores the biochemical interactions…

BylizzieDecember 12, 20250Comments

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INTRIGUING INGREDIENTS – BREWER’S YEAST

Brewer’s yeast - a humble powerhouse for gut and coat health Few ingredients have travelled as seamlessly from the brewery to the feed bucket as brewer’s yeast. What began as a by-product of beer fermentation has, over the years, proven to be one of the most versatile nutritional supplements for horses - offering benefits that…

BylizzieDecember 11, 20250Comments

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SALMON OIL FOR HORSES

What you need to know When it comes to equine nutrition, few supplements have attracted as much interest overseas in recent years as salmon oil. Praised for its rich supply of omega-3 fatty acids, salmon oil has been linked to benefits ranging from joint comfort and skin health to immune resilience and even better metabolic…

BylizzieDecember 8, 20250Comments

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TRENDING NOW

Turmeric, seaweed, and other add-ons Walk through any tack shop or scroll through equestrian social media and you’ll find a tidal wave of trending supplements promising to soothe joints, support the gut, brighten coats, or ‘boost the immune system.’ From golden turmeric to kelp, mushrooms to magnesium, the modern supplement aisle is bursting with natural-sounding…

BylizzieDecember 4, 20250Comments

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RESPIRATORY HEALTH AT SHOWS

New findings on equine asthma and why management at competitions matters For many horses, show environments, rather than being optimal for performance, carry hidden risks to their respiratory health. Increasingly, research is pointing to inflammatory airway disease (IAD) and equine asthma as leading causes of reduced performance in sport horses, often triggered or worsened by…

BylizzieDecember 2, 20250Comments

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GROOMING AS A DIAGNOSTIC TOOL

Why daily hands-on grooming can spot early health and hoof issues In a world of thermography scans, digital lameness detectors, and ever-expanding supplements, it’s easy to overlook the most basic tool in equine care: your hands. But experienced horsemen have long known that grooming isn’t just about shine, it’s about surveillance. Done properly and consistently, daily…

BylizzieNovember 30, 20250Comments

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GENETICS AND PERFORMANCE

Are we any closer to linking DNA to ability? For as long as horses have been bred for sport, breeders and riders have sought to answer the same question: what makes one horse a champion and another simply average? Conformation, training, nutrition, and management all play their roles, but could part of the answer be…

BylizzieNovember 29, 20250Comments

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FEEDING FOR GROWTH

Nutrition mistakes we make with young horses When raising a young horse, it’s easy to obsess over the size of the foal, the straightness of the legs, the condition of the coat, and, of course, how early they start looking ‘like a horse.’ But appearances can be misleading. The real foundation of a future athlete…

BylizzieNovember 28, 20250Comments

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FEEDING TURMERIC

Beneficial or not? Text: Hanna Botha, MSc Equine Nutrition Although turmeric is not a new ingredient to many, it has received much attention in recent years, especially within the equine industry. But is this traditional spice worthwhile feeding to horses, and most importantly, is it safe? What is turmeric, and how can it help? Turmeric is part…

BylizzieNovember 25, 20250Comments

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THE EQUINE HEART

Part I Text: Dr Christina Eberhardt Illustrations: Merlynn Trichardt “The horse – an extraordinary athlete with an efficient heart.” Horses are amazing athletes performing at a level that surpasses that of most other animals of similar body size. Thoroughbreds race at speeds of 64 km/h in flat races; Quarter horses reach speeds as high as 72 km/h over…

BylizzieNovember 18, 20250Comments

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