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🌬️🐎 Nutritional Support for Respiratory Health Coughing, nasal discharge, or exercise intolerance are often signs that your horse’s airways are under stress. Respiratory conditions like equine asthma are common and frequently linked to environmental irritants such as dust, mold, pollen, and ammonia in stable air. 🌾 Why Nutrition and Management Matter The lungs are constantly exposed to the environment. Supporting immune function, maintaining a healthy body weight, and reducing airborne irritants can all help promote normal airway function and breathing comfort. 💨 Key Nutritional Factors for Respiratory Support • Low-Dust Forage – Choose clean, mold-free hay and consider soaking or steaming to reduce airborne particles • Healthy Body Weight – Excess body fat increases the effort required to breathe • Antioxidants (Vitamin E & Selenium) – Help protect lung cells from oxidative stress caused by allergens • Zinc, Copper & Manganese – Support normal immune responses and tissue integrity • Quality Protein – Provides amino acids needed for tissue repair and immune function • Omega-3 Fatty Acids (DHA) – Support balanced inflammatory responses and lung health 🌱 Feed the Foundation A balanced, forage-based diet is the starting point for respiratory resilience. Clean hay, appropriate calorie intake, and a well-balanced vitamin and mineral program help support immune function and airway integrity. 🔬 Supplements to Support Respiratory Health • W-3 Oil – Provides DHA and natural vitamin E to support balanced inflammatory processes and healthy lung function • NOCR – Supports nitric oxide production, respiratory efficiency, and oxygen utilization ⚠️ Respiratory concerns are multifactorial. Nutrition works best alongside environmental management such as reducing dust exposure, improving ventilation, and maximizing turnout. For a personalized feeding plan, consult with one of Mad Barn’s equine nutritionists. 👉 Learn more: 🇨🇦: madbarn.ca/product-category/respiratory-health/ 🇺🇸: madbarn.com/product-category/respiratory-health/ #MadBarn #EquineNutrition #RespiratoryHealth #EquineAsthma #HorseHealth #ForageFirst