Is kelp good for horses?

Kelp is a rich and dependable source of over 60 trace minerals, 21 amino acids, and 12 vitamins including Iodine and Potassium. It is most commonly fed to horses for the iodine content, as this mineral is necessary for thyroid hormones that regulate the metabolism.

What is Icelandic kelp good for?

Kelp is high in antioxidants, including carotenoids and flavonoids, which help fight against disease-causing free radicals. Antioxidant minerals, such as manganese and zinc, help combat oxidative stress and may help protect cardiovascular health and prevent cancer.

Is seaweed toxic to horses?

Seaweed can be fed safely to horses and may have some benefits to offer. However, if you are using a seaweed supplement, it’s crucial that you establish whether or not you reaching toxic levels of iodine and under no circumstances should you provide your horse or pony with ‘free access’ to seaweed supplements.

Is seaweed good for hooves?

Rich in minerals to support hooves and thyroid activity Seaweed is a naturally rich source of minerals that support normal metabolism, good quality hoof growth and coat health. With high levels of Iodine, Seaweed is often fed to support correct thyroid activity. Good natural balancer for our horses.

How much kelp should I give my horse?

Horses are typically fed kelp at a rate of 5 – 20 grams per day, depending on iodine needs and the concentration of the product used. A 5 gram serving of kelp meal will yield between 3.5 to 15 mg of iodine. This is adequate to meet the minimum iodine requirement for a mature horse at maintenance of 3.5 to 4 mg per day.

Can a horse get too much iodine?

In non-pregnant, adult horses, iodine toxicity can cause hypothyroidism; a condition which affects thyroid function/ hormone production resulting in goiter, obesity, poor coat condition, lethargy and intolerance to cold.

How much kelp should I feed my horse?

How much seaweed should I feed my horse?

Feeding seaweed to horses Feed 5-6 x 25ml level scoops per day for an average horse with 500kg of body weight. Reduce to half this amount for maintenance levels. Seaweed can be fed throughout the year to maintain iodine levels and support your horse’s health.

How do I add iodine to my horse’s diet?

Adding iodized salt is an efficient way to increase iodine in both human and animal diets. Having a free-choice iodized salt block available to your horse provides him or her an avenue for I intake.