ANTACID MIX

This is a mix of asafoetida, mint and Ayurvedic herbs designed to aid optimum digestion and soothe indigestion.  Many vets believe that some stable vices may be due to indigestion and prevention may be a sensible option as  the ealier the vices are caught and treated the more likely they are to be helped.  It is thought that indigestion can be a major cause of stress and underperformance in many horses.  All the ingredients in the mix are natural herbs and are safe to use under current rules. Ulcers can beneficially be soothed and minimised by using Antacid Mix and those horses prone to ulcers fed on it lessen their incidence.

Feeding

10grams per 100kg bodyweight, an average 16.2hh horse is about 500kg.  Mix well with feeds and offer feeds little and often always having plenty of good quality hay or grass available.  The amount given may be safely doubled if necessary. 1kg will last an average 500kg horse about 20 days.

For more information about herbs:  Feeding Herbs to Horses, Jenning New Lad and The Encyclopedia of Medicinal Plants by Andrew Chevalllier FNIMH published by Dorking Kindersley (currently out of print but obtainable through www.beaverbooksearch.com)