Nearly 70% of an animal’s immune cells live in the gut. It is no wonder why when the horse’s gastrointestinal tract is compromised, equine health is as well. Let’s dig a bit deeper into one problem that causes a chain reaction of bad events in horses: Leaky Gut Syndrome. What is Leaky Gut Syndrome (LGS)? […]
The Equestrian’s Holiday Gift Guide
Have you procrastinated on your Christmas shopping? Are you still looking for original, unique ideas that your family and friends will love? Look no further! Your friends at Vitalize have compiled a list of gifts for your family, friends, and four-legged friends – take a look at some of our ideas and get some of […]
Did You Know Not All Horses Are Created Equally?
Have you ever wondered why some horses are prone to colic, while others seem to have a steel gut? Like humans, every horse is different. This is especially true when discussing the horse’s microbiome. Merriam Webster defines microbiome as, “a community of microorganisms that inhabit a particular environment, especially in or on the body.” In […]
The Difference Between a Prebiotic and a Probiotic
Gut health is a key player in many aspects of your horse’s health. Not only is it responsible for digesting feed and absorbing the nutrients required to keep the horse functioning properly, but it is also responsible for keeping bad stuff that may be ingested out of the body, and houses almost 3/4 of the horse’s […]