Extend™ – Step 2 is formulated with key ingredients that support gut health including Inulin, Papaya, Flax, Milled Chia Seeds and L-Arginine, which utilises nitric oxide pathway precursors.
· Supports a balanced microbiome for healthy digestion
· Includes Inulin helping feed beneficial hindgut bacteria
· High in protein, amino acids & vitamins
It can be used for part of a short or long-term feeding plan ensuring that you are supporting his gut with high quality equine nutrition.
Nutritional Info
Inulin
Inulin is used to support a healthy gut by selectively encouraging certain beneficial bacteria like Lactobacillus and Bifidobacterium to proliferate in the horse’s hindgut. This, in turn, can improve fibre metabolization, nutrient absorption, and overall digestive health.
Papaya
Papaya, particularly the papain enzyme found within it, is used to support digestion and gastric health. It can help the process of protein breakdown, nutrient absorption, and stimulate salivation, which can benefit horses with digestive issues.
Flax
Flaxseed is rich in soluble fibre, particularly mucilage which forms a gel like coating when mixed with digestive fluids acting as a barrier against stomach acid. Flax is one of the best plant sources of alpha-linolenic acid (ALA), an omega-3 fatty acid helping with gastric and intestinal inflammation and restoring health to ulcerated tissue.
Milled Chia Seeds
Milled chia seeds support gut wall integrity, gut motility and supports a healthy microbiome. They contain soluble fibre, which forms a gel-like substance when mixed with digestive fluids. It helps slow down digestion, allowing better nutrient absorption and the fibre in chia acts as a prebiotic and assists with the fermentation of forage. Chia Seeds also contain flavonoids and phenolic acids that help manage oxidative stress. The 3:1 ratio of Omega 3 to 6 in Chia Seeds is close to the essential fatty acid ratio naturally present in pasture grasses.
L-Arginine
An amino acid, converted in the body into Nitric Oxide(NO), helping to deliver nutrients to the entire gastric system.
3-Step Gastric Programme
Step 1 – Gastro™ is the most concentrated formula in the gastric range, helping preserve and restore intestinal barrier function. Ideal for horses showing symptoms of gastric discomfort, changes in behaviour, grass and turnout changes, travelling and competitions.
Step 2 – Gastro Extend™ can be used as a follow on from Gastro™ – Step 1 or used as maintenance if your horse has a sensitive gut or is prone to stress.
Step 3 – SFM PRO™ & SFM PRO – Extra Calmer™ is a daily gut maintenance for your horses gut health. Includes essential vitamins, minerals and amino acids, ideal for when grazing is limited, grass is lacking and throughout winter when nutrients in the grass are lower or turnout is restricted.
Ingredients
Composition
Milled Chia Seed, Papaya, Flax seed Powder, Turmeric, Chicory Inulin, Ginger Root Powder
Amino Acids, Vitamins, Minerals & Additives
L-Arginine(3c361), L-Alanine (2b17002), L-Methionine (2b17027), Vitamin E (DL-a-Tocopheryl Acetate 500IU/g (3a500i), Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid) (3a300), L-Tyrosine (2b17022), N-Acetyl-L-Cysteine HCL, L-Glutamic Acid, Vitamin B1 (Thiamine HCL) (3a820), B3 (Niacinamide Crystalline) (3a315), Vitamin B5 (D-Calcium Pantothenate) (3a841), Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine HCL) (3a831), Zinc Sulphate Monohydrate (3b605), Choline Bitartrate, Vitamin B12 (Cyonacobalamin)
Analytical Constituents
| Crude Protein | 47.8% |
|---|---|
| Crude Fibre | 8.2% |
| Total Oil | 9.42% |
| Crude Ash | 3.4% |
| Sodium | 0.05% |
| Starch | 8.5% |
| Sugar as Sucrose | 12.40% |
PJ Levi-Tilley –
Great product
As with everything from Equine Exceed the product is excellent and works very well .
Fern Boardman (verified owner) –
Gastro Extend™ – Step 2
After completing a month of Step one moving onto step 2 (now 2 weeks in) and I can now start to see the benefits. Our TB is less spooky, holding her weight better and is generally looking well.
Many on our yard and new by also use Gastro 1 & 2 so very highly spoke off.
R A K –
Positive changed behaviour
Changed behaviour- for the better!
Nicky Champion (verified owner) –
Game changer
Been feeding this for a few years , if I try to stop it or do step 3 I really notice he’s so much more grumpy so I don’t even try
Thea Hall –
Great product, seems to be working really well for my ex racehorse.
Lynsey (verified owner) –
Fantastic
Great to use when things change, shows begin, stabled more, out to grass etc.
R A K –
No longer Grumpy George
Having to rethink my boy’s stable name now he’s on this supplement!
Judith (verified owner) –
Excellent product
As always excellent service – I have used this product for many years and am pleased with the results it gives, my horse is happy and settled – when I tried to move down to step 3 he soon let me know he wasn’t happy. When ever I have asked for advice I have been very impressed with the help I have been given.
R A K –
Not so grumpy!
Improved mood!
Lynsey (verified owner) –
Working already
Seen a difference in a matter of days. We purchased step 2 instead of our usual step 3 as we seen a difference in temperament since being in for winter and for some extra support with all the changes relating to this. Continue to be a happy customer.