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% |
Joanna –
Still improving
I have had Alfie on the Gastro Step 2 for a month now and I am still noticing improvements in his behaviour. My Mr Grumpy horse now seems much happier in himself and no kicking or nipping when girthing up.. His attitude to work also has improved, as he is happy to carry himself forward without me encouraging him! Which is a much more fun ride… long may it all continue xx
Pat Harrison –
Great Produce
My Welsh Section A mare was very poorly earlier on in the year. I was recommended SFM PRO as she had lost so much weight. This has balanced up her hind gut and I am very pleased to say that she is now putting on weight and back to her old self.
Elizabeth Chambers (verified owner) –
Got my horse back
My horse had started to be sharp and would go from being rideable to throwing me across the ménage in minutes which then affected my confidence and the way I rode. A trainer suggested that it could be to do with his gut health and recommended this product and I have never looked back. He is on a very low dose all the time, but he is now winning competitions and being picked to represent our country in dressage. Thank you
Lesley Topham –
Brilliant products
Been using Gastro & Gastro Extend since my horse recovered from ulcers never looked back he is relaxed and looks amazing. Fantastic, service and delivery so fast and friendly team on the telephone offering good advice.
Carolyn Collyer –
GAME CHANGER
We have been using equine exceed Gastro Extend STEP 2 for quite a while and have found our very sensitive Gelding has benefited so much from adding this to his diet – cannot recommend enough – lovely company to deal with.
Beverley Wadge –
AT LAST A SOLUTION!
After years of trying to get to the bottom of my mare’s intermittent behavioural problems, 2 courses of Equine Exceed Gastro Step 1, followed by a course of Equine Exceed Gastro Extend have transformed her. Greatly reduced girthiness and hysterical behaviour. She is obviously much more comfortable around her gut generally. Thank you Equine Exceed.
Gemma Gower (verified owner) –
MASSIVE IMPROVEMENTS
Having used Equine Exceed Gastro Extend as part of the 3 step digestive health treatment, I have found a massive improvement in my PRE gelding who previous could prove neurotic to say the least !. He is once again enjoying his work and not getting stressed about it. I’m now looking forward to using this on my young horse with the confidence he will continue to enjoy his human contact I.e grooming, massage etc. as he has shown he can on the Equine Exceed Gastro Step 1.