Metabolic
August 28, 2019
Look to Exercise for Equine Weight Loss
Exercise helps control circulating blood sugar levels in response to a “normal” amount of insulin.
August 23, 2019
“Leaky Gut” Linked to Obesity in Horses
Increased permeability of the intestine allows toxins and bacteria to pass from the gastrointestinal tract and across the wall
August 07, 2019
Thin, Fat, or Just Right? Tips for Keeping Your Horse’s Weight on Track
Are you among the throngs of owners that find it hard to evaluate your horse’s body weight? Is he
July 10, 2019
Thyroid Hormones May Benefit Metabolic Horses
From promoting oxygen consumption to regulating synthesis of various proteins, controlling body heat production to stimulating metabolism, thyroid hormones
June 13, 2019
Restricting Forage Intake in Stubbornly Obese Horses
Do you have a horse that refuses to lose weight, even though you’re doing your best to curb calories?
May 13, 2019
New Medication for Insulin Dysregulation in Horses Explored
Without any FDA-approved medications specifically indicated for insulin dysregulation, researchers are looking to human medicine for potential treatment options.
April 10, 2019
Excess Body Fat Affects Horse Health
According to a new study by researchers from the United Kingdom, obese adipose tissue—a term referring to the fat
April 01, 2019
Managing Insulin Dysregulation: Beyond Diet
Until now a safe, effective medication or cure for insulin dysregulation has remained elusive.
March 08, 2019
Managing Equine Metabolic Syndrome: New Guidelines
After reviewing the risk factors for EMS, such as obesity and its underlying causes (primarily insulin dysregulation), the experts
November 03, 2018
Putting Weight on a Skinny Horse
Sometimes, getting a thin horse to gain weight is simply a matter of increasing the caloric density of the