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New research published in the Journal of Equine Veterinary Science followed 6 show-jumping horses through 10 weeks of twice-weekly water-treadmill training. Fat-free mass increased, fat mass did not change, propulsive muscle temperatures rose, and jumping biomechanics improved—including strike power and take-off angle. Small sample, no control group. Interpret accordingly. But a useful early look at what structured aqua training may contribute to body composition and performance in jumping horses. 10.1016/j.jevs.2026.106051 #equinenutrition #horsescience #showjumping #equestrianscience #horsehealth

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The NASC seal shows up on a lot of horse supplement labels. Here is what it actually means, and what it does not. NASC (National Animal Supplement Council) is a voluntary industry organization. Its quality seal indicates a company has met certain manufacturing and auditing standards. It is a positive signal. It is not FDA approval, and it does not verify label claims independently. Full breakdown of what to look for on a supplement label is in the free TRR resource library. Link in bio. #equinenutrition #horsenutrition #supplementlabel #horsehealth #feedscience

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That 'minimum' on your supplement label is not just a number. It is a specific regulatory designation that tells you the floor, not the exact amount. The 'maximum' tells you the ceiling. This distinction matters most for nutrients with upper safety thresholds. Selenium is the clearest example. Knowing whether a value is a minimum or maximum helps you calculate what your horse is actually getting and compare products accurately. More on reading supplement labels in the free TRR resource library. Link in bio! #equinenutrition #supplementlabel #horsenutrition #feedscience #horsehealth