Naturally Lamitic Support

Naturally Lamitic support provides a broad spectrum of herbs to nutritionally support horses prone to laminitis and/ or insulin resistance.  The herbs present help cleanse and detox the system as well as help balance the endocrine system which in turn aids the normalisation of insulin levels in the body. Peppermint and hawthorn berries provide a much needed boost to the circulatory system. Last but not least this mix includes herbs to maintain an efficient urinary system and to expedite healthy tissue re-growth.

Bladderwrack contains over 70 vitamins and minerals, providing the horse with exceptional nutritional support for a wealth of conditions, including supporting the coat and skin.  Bladderwrack is also a powerful for ridding the body of toxins, essential in any case of laminitis.

Burdock Root is an alterative herb and one of the best blood purifiers nature has provided.  Alterative herbs clean and purify the blood as well as toning the organs (liver and kidneys). An excellent blood cleanser, its bitter taste also stimulates digestion.  Rich in iron and insulin, burdock root lifts the blood as well as providing support for the liver.

Comfrey  leaves are the normal part of the plant to be fed and the chief healing element in comfrey is an allantoin, a cell proliferant which promotes the granulation and formation of epithelial cells. Comfrey is also known as knitbone and, being a demulcent herb, is excellent for internal and external healing. Comfrey supports the healing of bone, cartlidge and soft connective tissues. It is also excellent for bruising (cut out rest as not relevant to laminitis).

Hawthorn nutritionally supports the heart, nervous system, cholesterol & blood pressure. Hawthorn is an excellent heart tonic and boost to the circulatory system. It is also known for its antispasmodic, diuretic, nerve calming and cholesterol lowering properties. Hawthorn is known to increase the flow of blood through the heart, without increasing the beat or blood pressure and will therefore aid circulation to the limbs and rest of the body, essential for laminitics.

Milk Thistle Seeds are very valuable in the treatment of any liver disorder. It is also the herb of choice to detoxify the body. Milk thistle contains a flavoniod (Vitamine P) called silymarin that has a direct effect on the liver, therefore protecting the liver from damage caused by viruses and toxins. It may also help to regenerate damaged liver cells.

Milk thistle is also rich in iodine and herb of choice for horses with an imbalance within their endocrine system.

Nettles are known as a great Sprint tonic and general blood cleanser. Good old nettles, everyone complains about them growing everywhere but are such an important herb. Nettles are the richest source of chlorophyll as well as being rich in minerals such as iron, lime, potassium, sodium, sulphur and protein.  They are a great source of vitamin C and therefore useful for supporting the body where anaemia has been diagnosed. They support the healthy functioning of the kidneys, essential for eliminating toxins and supporting laminitics.

Peppermint is frequently selected by horses and is the most pungent of all mints. Many owners believe this interest is due to the association with mint-flavoured sweets, however this is far from the truth.  Peppermint has many therapeutic attributes but the main benefit of peppermint is as a digestive aid and as a stimulant.