Mint (Mentha piperita)
Both Aromatic and soothing, it is a useful stimulant, antispasmodic, carminative (eases flatulence in the gut) and anti-inflammatory.
There are many varieties of mint (Mentha) that share the same active properties. The leaves of this culinary herb are gently dried and rubbed helping release its characteristic aroma.
Mint has historically been used to help aid digestion and soothe the digestive tract as it can help reduce intestinal spasm, therefore it is useful for both fussy eaters or horses prone to colic (it is not a colic treatment, if you suspect your horse has colic please contact your vet immediately).
The oil is excellent for flatulence.
Menthol is a component of the volatile oil contained in mint and is known for its antibacterial and antiparasitic qualities.
Mint can also be helpful to reduce stress and motion sickness when travelling your horse.
Nettle (Urtica dioica)
The leaves of nettle or stinging nettle are air-dried and then gently chopped for ease of feeding. Drying the leaves or allowing fresh leaves to wilt in the sun removes the ‘sting’.
Traditionally, nettle leaves have been used as a conditioning spring tonic and general blood cleanser as they contain a rich source of vitamin C, Iron, Sodium, Chlorophyll, protein and dietary fibre. They will also help bring a bloom to the coat.
Nettles stimulate the circulation so are good for conditions like Laminitis, rheumatism, muscle wastage and arthritis. They are useful in treating anaemia because of their high Iron & Vitamin C.
A word of warning, some horses can react & come out in a nettle rash, this is normal not serious or long lasting, but use should be discontinued if a reaction occurs. Also as nettle acts as a blood tonic, some horse owners may find that it has the action of livening up their horse.
Information from Catherine Bird’s: A Healthy Horse The Natural Way and Hilary Page Self’s: A Modern Horse Herbal.Both Aromatic and soothing, it is a useful stimulant, antispasmodic, carminative (eases flatulence in the gut) and anti-inflammatory.
There are many varieties of mint (Mentha) that share the same active properties. The leaves of this culinary herb are gently dried and rubbed helping release its characteristic aroma.
Mint has historically been used to help aid digestion and soothe the digestive tract as it can help reduce intestinal spasm, therefore it is useful for both fussy eaters or horses prone to colic (it is not a colic treatment, if you suspect your horse has colic please contact your vet immediately).
The oil is excellent for flatulence.
Menthol is a component of the volatile oil contained in mint and is known for its antibacterial and antiparasitic qualities.
Mint can also be helpful to reduce stress and motion sickness when travelling your horse.
Nettle (Urtica dioica)
The leaves of nettle or stinging nettle are air-dried and then gently chopped for ease of feeding. Drying the leaves or allowing fresh leaves to wilt in the sun removes the ‘sting’.
Traditionally, nettle leaves have been used as a conditioning spring tonic and general blood cleanser as they contain a rich source of vitamin C, Iron, Sodium, Chlorophyll, protein and dietary fibre. They will also help bring a bloom to the coat.
Nettles stimulate the circulation so are good for conditions like Laminitis, rheumatism, muscle wastage and arthritis. They are also useful in treating anaemia because of their high Iron & Vitamin C content.
A word of warning, some horses can react & come out in a nettle rash, this is normal not serious or long lasting, but use should be discontinued if a reaction occurs. Also as nettle acts as a blood tonic, some horse owners may find that it has the action of livening up their horse.
Information from Catherine Bird’s: A Healthy Horse The Natural Way and Hilary Page Self’s: A Modern Horse HerbalMint (Mentha piperita)
Both Aromatic and soothing, it is a useful stimulant, antispasmodic, carminative (eases flatulence in the gut) and anti-inflammatory.
There are many varieties of mint (Mentha) that share the same active properties. The leaves of this culinary herb are gently dried and rubbed helping release its characteristic aroma.
Mint has historically been used to help aid digestion and soothe the digestive tract as it can help reduce intestinal spasm, therefore it is useful for both fussy eaters or horses prone to colic (it is not a colic treatment, if you suspect your horse has colic please contact your vet immediately).
The oil is excellent for flatulence.
Menthol is a component of the volatile oil contained in mint and is known for its antibacterial and antiparasitic qualities.
Mint can also be helpful to reduce stress and motion sickness when travelling your horse.
Nettle (Urtica dioica)
The leaves of nettle or stinging nettle are air-dried and then gently chopped for ease of feeding. Drying the leaves or allowing fresh leaves to wilt in the sun removes the ‘sting’.
Traditionally, nettle leaves have been used as a conditioning spring tonic and general blood cleanser as they contain a rich source of vitamin C, Iron, Sodium, Chlorophyll, protein and dietary fibre. They will also help bring a bloom to the coat.
Nettles stimulate the circulation so are good for conditions like Laminitis, rheumatism, muscle wastage and arthritis. They are also useful in treating anaemia because of their high Iron & Vitamin C content.
A word of warning, some horses can react & come out in a nettle rash, this is normal not serious or long lasting, but use should be discontinued if a reaction occurs. Also as nettle acts as a blood tonic, some horse owners may find that it has the action of livening up their horse.
Information from Catherine Bird’s: A Healthy Horse The Natural Way and Hilary Page Self’s: A Modern Horse Herbal.