Ulcers in the Equine Athlete

GASTRIC ULCERS

WHAT TO LOOK OUT FOR

Warning Signs

Grumpy
Frequent Colic
Sensitive to the Touch
Girthy/Cinchy
Lack of Appetite
Weight Loss
Behavioral Issues
Poor Coat
Decrease in Performance

Risk Factors

High Perfromance/Stress
High Starch Meals
Minimal Forage
6+ Hours in Between Feedings
Traveling
Decreased Turnout
Changes in Routine

A Guide to Avoiding Ulcers in Horses

Appropriate Diet

Provide low-starch, high forage meals.

Consistent Schedule

Feed 3-4 meals in a day to reduce the amount of starch per meal and decrease the amount of time the stomach is left empty.

Stressed Horse

Decrease Stress

Provide regular turnout and exercise while at competition and reduce any anxieties in their daily life.

Preventative Supplement

Feed a research-proven supplement, like Vitalize Alimend, to help prevent ulcers and soothe the stomach lining.

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Vitalize® Alimend®

Provides 24/7 stomach comfort and relieves equine gastric issues commonly associated with training, traveling, and performance without altering stomach pH or hindering digestion.

Vitalize® Alimend® is a unique blend of: MHB3® Hyaluronan, H. erinaceous (Lion’s mane) extract, and AO-Biotics®
A natural product that helps heal and protect without altering stomach pH.
Safe for routine and continuous use in all types of horses.

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What Our Customers Are Saying

Ian Miller
Millar Brooke Farm
10-time Olympic Show-Jumper

Vitalize® Alimend® is the real deal. We started with it because one of my daughter’s horses had chronic stomach issues and we got a dramatic result. It is the complete package for gastrointestinal digestive health, and a product like Alimend can go a long way helping you and your horse stay healthy and comfortable."

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