MACRO MINERALS
CALCIUM(CA):
ROLE IN DIET - BONE FORMATION.
About 35% of the equine skeleton is made up of calcium and plays a
crucial roles in cell-energy transfer, muscle contractions and blood
clotting.
CHLORIDE (CL):
ROLE IN DIET - Helps
maintain the body's acid-base balance, aids in he conduction of the
nerve and muscle impulses and regulated fluid pressures throughout the
body tissues. Chloride is essential component of both liver bile
and hydrochloric acid used in digestion.
Magnesium (Mg):
ROLE IN DIET:
Magnesium is essential for strong bones and isn't necessary to activate
many enzymes in the body.
PHOSPHOROUS (P):
ROLE IN DIET:
Phosphorous makes up 14% to 17% of the horse's bones. It is
essential in the chemical reaction that create energy to move the
horse's muscles. Phosphorous is also used within the body to
create specific fats, proteins, and acids needed for various body
functions. |