The requirement for optimal nutrient concentrations is important both within the intestinal tract and at the cellular level. Nutrient requirements are sometimes expressed as the mean requirements for various classes of animals so that nutritionists sometimes include a margin of safety during times of stressful conditions. However, we need to keep in mind that life is a dynamic, complex process and consequently basic nutrient requirements are constantly shifting, especially within a growing animal or a female that is reproducing (Henry and Miles, 2000). Aim of this research was to evaluate, in trotting mares (during the last 3 months of pregnancy) and their foals (for their first 8 months of life), the effects of an oral supplementation (50g/d) with a nutraceutical product (Horse Care, Deavit ®) on serum osteocalcin concentration and on some serum mineral contents (Zn, Cu, P, Ca, and Mg), and alkaline phosphatase activity (ALP), both biomarkers of skeletal metabolism. These animals received only pasture and oats, living in a semi-range condition.

Effects of a nutraceutical integration in mares and foals: preliminary results

BEGHELLI, Daniela;POLIDORI, Paolo
2008-01-01

Abstract

The requirement for optimal nutrient concentrations is important both within the intestinal tract and at the cellular level. Nutrient requirements are sometimes expressed as the mean requirements for various classes of animals so that nutritionists sometimes include a margin of safety during times of stressful conditions. However, we need to keep in mind that life is a dynamic, complex process and consequently basic nutrient requirements are constantly shifting, especially within a growing animal or a female that is reproducing (Henry and Miles, 2000). Aim of this research was to evaluate, in trotting mares (during the last 3 months of pregnancy) and their foals (for their first 8 months of life), the effects of an oral supplementation (50g/d) with a nutraceutical product (Horse Care, Deavit ®) on serum osteocalcin concentration and on some serum mineral contents (Zn, Cu, P, Ca, and Mg), and alkaline phosphatase activity (ALP), both biomarkers of skeletal metabolism. These animals received only pasture and oats, living in a semi-range condition.
2008
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