Mobility and joints page 24

MOBILITY AND JOINTS

Arthritis refers to a „wearing down“ of the joints. A joint generally involves the connection of two bones and their movement. The articular surfaces of these bones are coated with cartilage, which prevents them from rubbing against one another. Cartilage does not contain blood vessels and must receive nutrients through joint fl uid. In arthritis, the joint cartilage is damaged, allowing the surfaces to rub against one another and causing pain. Exercise will often lessen pain somewhat. Damaged cartilage cannot regenerate. However, a targeted diet can help to slow down degenerative progression and reduce discomfort. A barn which allows suffi cient movement is also important.

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MUSSEL POWDER · FOR JOINTS, TENDONS AND CARTILAGE

Stiefel Mussel Powder consists of 100 % pure powder of the New Zealand green-lipped mussel and is very benefi cial for the musculoskeletal system.

Feeding recommendation*: 5 g per day (400 g = 80 days). Start with small amounts and gradually increase the dose. The daily dose can be divided over 2 rations.

• 400 g tin/milled ST003601

RICE GERM OIL · FOR PERFORMANCE AND MUSCLE DEVELOPMENT

The taste neutral Rice germ oil is used to upgrade the daily feed ration. It contains essential fatty acid, gamma-oryzanol and natural vitamin E. Essential fatty acids must be taken in through the feed. Gamma-oryzanol can increase the readiness to perform.

Feeding recommendation*: 25 – 50 ml per day (1 l = up to 40 days) The dose can be doubled when required.

• 1 l dosing bottle • 5 l canister ST008801 ST008802

• dosing pump (ca. 30 ml/pump stroke) ST005201

SPIRULINA · FOR HEALTHY MUSCLES

The microalgae spirulina is a type of blue-green algae (Cyanobacteria). It is one of the oldest life forms on earth. Stiefel Spirulina contains organically bound trace elements, vitamins, and essential amino acids that promote muscle growth and help to support muscle metabolism.

Feeding recommendation*: 50 g täglich (1,5 kg = 30 Tage)

• 1,5 kg bucket/pellets ST009650

GOOD FOR THE MUSCULOSKELETAL SYSTEM · FROM NATURE

JOINT HERBS AND JUICE

• 1 kg bag/herbs, cut: ST000201 • 1 l dosing bottle: ST009520

GINGER

• 1 kg bucket/milled: ST003401

DEVIL'S CLAW

• 1 kg bag/cut: ST004101 • 1 kg bucket/pellets: ST009050

The skin is the horse‘s largest organ. This also includes its fur. If the horse has glossy, healthy fur, we can assume that it receives an adequate supply of minerals, trace elements and vitamins. Our horses often suffer from skin irritations, pruritus and even eczema. This can often be traced back to a nutritional defi ciency. Zinc plays an important role in the metabolism of sugar, fat and protein and is required in larger amounts for the regeneration of damaged skin cells. However, if the body‘s entire metabolism is disturbed, this often manifests itself in the skin and fur. In this case we should like at the horse‘s complete diet. Any defi ciencies of vitamins, trace elements and minerals that continue to exist for lengthy periods may also take a long time to replenish before improvements in the structure of the fur start to become visible.

BREWER‘S YEAST · FOR SKIN AND COAT

Pure brewer‘s yeast contains valuable vitamin B, minerals and amino acids based on natural substances. Stiefel Brewer‘s Yeast may have a positive effect on the skin and coat and may improve the feed utilisation. HINT: Stiefel Brewer‘s Yeast for support at the beginning of the grazing.

Feeding recommendation*: 30 – 50 g per day (3 kg = up to 99 days)

• 3 kg bucket • 10 kg sack ST009230 ST009231

BIOTIN PLUS · FOR STRONG HOOVES

Stiefel Biotin Plus strengthens the hooves and the coat. It compensates for feedrelated biotin defi ciencies. A biotin defi ciency can have negative effects on hoof horn growth. Elasticity and resilience can be affected. Stiefel Biotin Plus is based on the highly effective triple formula biotin, methionine and zinc. The feeding should take place over a longer period of time (at least 9 months), since biotin can only become noticeable with the growth of new horn cells.

NOTE: On average, the hoof grows 1 cm per month. Highly effective 3-fold formula: biotin, methionine and zinc.

Feeding recommendation*: 10 g per day (1 kg = 100 days) A daily dose contains 20 mg biotin.

• 1 kg tin/pellets ST006001

SKIN, COAT AND HOOF

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DID YOU KNOW ?!

Stinging nettle contains a high proportion of silica, which supplies the building block silicon. Silicon is next to zinc a very important trace element for the skin. It promotes the elasticity of the skin, because it accelerates the formation of collagen and elastin. If the skin is supple, it does not crack easily and is tougher against bacteria and germs. You can fi nd more information about stining nettle on page 6 at our herb garden.

SKIN, COAT AND HOOF

Hemp is an important source of ideal proportions of essential omega-3, omega-6, Hemp is an important source of ideal proportions of essential omega-3, omega-6, and omega-9 fatty acids for horses. Hemp has benefi cial effects on a horse’s skin, coat, and immune system. Stiefel Hemp Seeds contain many secondary plant substances and vitamins, especially vitamin E. Stiefel Hemp Oil is a natural product that supports horses in all phases of life with important fatty acids like linoleic acid, alpha-linoleic acid, and gamma- linoleic acid. Stiefel Diatomite with diatomaceous earth, essential vitamin B complex, sulphuric amino Milk thistle oil is a purely natural product. It contains silymarin, an active ingredient that

Feeding recommendation oil*: 15 – 25 ml per day (1 l = up to 66 days)

• 1 l dosing bottle ST008501

Feeding recommendation seeds*: 60 g per day (650 g = up to 11 days)

• 650 g bag/whole seeds ST009460 • 1,6 kg bag/whole seeds ST009461

DIATOMITE · FOR SKIN AND COAT

Stiefel Diatomite with diatomaceous earth, essential vitamin B complex, sulphuric amino acid and zinc. The balanced composition of the pellets can have a positive effect on the skin and coat in the event of feed-related defi ciencies. HINT: Stiefel Diatomite is particularly suitable for feeding during a coat change.

Feeding recommendation*: 30 – 50 g per day (1 kg = up to 33 days)

• 1 kg tin/pellets ST001701

LINSEED PRODUCTS · FOR COAT AND SKIN

Linseed is rich in omega-3 fatty acids, particularly in alpha-linoleic acid (C18:3), vitamin A, vitamin E and vitamin D. Linseed granulate is linseed cake ready for feeding. The oil content has been gently reduced by cold pressing and the product is therefore even more digestive and compatible. The high content of mucilage in Stiefel Linseed results in a positive effect on the digestive system as well as coat and skin, in particular when the feed is imbalanced. It may also provide positive support during coat changes.

Feeding recommendation oil*: 30 – 45 ml per day (1 l = up to 33 days)

• 1 l dosing bottle • 5 l canister • dosing pump ST002202 ST002203 ST005201

Feeding recommendation granulate*: 100 g per day (5 kg = 50 days). Ready to feed.

• 5 kg bag/granulate ST002002

MILK THISTLE OIL · FOR COAT, SKIN AND LIVER

Milk thistle oil is a purely natural product. It contains silymarin, an active ingredient that can stimulate liver cell regeneration and fl ush out metabolic waste products. The oil can have additional, positive effect on the coat and skin. It is rich in omega-6 fatty acids.

Feeding recommendation*: 50 – 150 ml per day (1 l = up to 20 days). As cure treatment.