HorseFlex Magnesium Chelate

HorseFlex Magnesium Chelate

HorseFlex Magnesium Chelate is a complementary feed for horses, specially developed to support muscles, muscle metabolism, and the nervous system. This form of magnesium is known as one of the best absorbable types, making it an excellent choice for horses with an increased need for this essential mineral.

What is magnesium chelate?

Magnesium chelate is a form of magnesium bound to amino acids. This allows it to be very efficiently absorbed by the horse's body and less affected by other minerals in the diet. This good absorbability makes it very suitable for horses that need extra support, for example, during intensive training or when showing signs of an increased magnesium requirement.

Magnesium plays an important role in the horse's body, particularly in muscle metabolism and the nervous system. A well-balanced magnesium supply can contribute to supple muscles, mental relaxation, and good overall condition.

When do you choose HorseFlex Magnesium Chelate?

HorseFlex Magnesium Chelate is a suitable choice for horses that:

• Are intensively trained or perform a lot of muscle work
• Could use extra support for tension or restlessness
• Are sensitive to disturbed muscle function
• Have an increased magnesium requirement (e.g., due to a one-sided diet or low magnesium levels in roughage)

Magnesium Chelate vs. Magnesium Citrate – What's the difference?

Both magnesium chelate and magnesium citrate are well-absorbable forms of magnesium. The main difference lies in how they are absorbed:

• Magnesium chelate is bound to amino acids and is therefore very efficiently and directly absorbed by the body. Ideal for horses with a clearly increased need or proven deficiency.

• Magnesium citrate is also well-absorbable and therefore very suitable for daily maintenance and general muscle support.

In short: for increased need, choose magnesium chelate; for general support, magnesium citrate is often sufficient.

Why magnesium is important for your horse

Magnesium is an essential mineral involved in numerous processes in the equine body. These include muscle function, nerve impulse transmission, and relaxation. Because Dutch soil is relatively poor in magnesium, it can sometimes be difficult for horses to get enough solely through roughage. A magnesium supplement can then offer a solution.