Is your horse getting enough vitamin E? Why this deserves more attention than many owners realise
Vitamin E is not a minor detail in a horse’s diet. It is an essential nutrient for healthy muscle and nerve function and helps protect the body against oxidative stress that occurs during exercise, training and recovery. That is exactly why vitamin E often deserves more attention than it receives in practice.
Many horse owners assume that their horse automatically gets enough vitamin E from grass and forage. In theory, fresh green grass can indeed be an excellent natural source. In practice, however, this is far from guaranteed for every horse. Not every horse has daily access to sufficient amounts of high-quality fresh grass, and in horses that rely mainly on hay or stored forage, the natural intake drops significantly.
On top of that, the requirement is not the same for every horse. During work, recovery, intensive exercise or certain health challenges, the demand for vitamin E may be higher. A deficiency or suboptimal vitamin E supply may show up as slower recovery, muscle sensitivity or reduced support of the neuromuscular system.
That is why GoldMedics deliberately chooses 100% natural vitamine E. Not a standard synthetic solution, which offers very limited biological value, but a well-designed liquid formula aimed at optimal absorption. Within this range VITA E GOLD and VITA E PLATINUM provide support tailored to the horse’s needs. VITA E PLATINUM also contains additional boosters such as vitamin C, grape polyphenols and GoldBiotics® for horses with higher or more acute needs.
Are you unsure whether your horse is getting enough vitamin E through its diet? You do not have to assess that on your own. Our veterinarians provide personal advice, tailored to your horse, its nutrition, workload, grazing access and any complaints. On our website, you will also find a practical guide that helps you assess more quickly whether additional support may be useful.
Do you have questions about vitamin E or would you like to know which formula best suits your horse? Feel free to contact us. info@goldmedics.com or +32 (0)495 596 531
