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Step 2 – Gastro Extend™

(45 customer reviews)

Extend™ – Step 2 is a gut supplement for horses prone to a sensitive gut. It can be used as a part of our 3-step gastric programme or as part of a maintenance feeding plan, helping preserve intestinal barrier function.

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 Protein47.8%
Crude Fibre8.2%
Total Oil9.42%
Crude Ash3.4%
Sodium0.05%
Starch8.5%
Sugar as Sucrose12.40%

Feeding Guidelines

1 serving = 18g (30ml Scoop)

Maintenance:

Under 500kg½ - ¾ scoop once a day
500 kg – 550kg1 - 1½ scoop once a day
550kg – 600kg+1½ - 2 scoops once a day

First 3 - 5 days feed twice daily

For best results, mix with feed, store in a cool dry place in an airtight container & use within 6 months of opening. Shake regularly to avoid settling.

Due to the inclusion of natural ingredients, some specifications may vary such as colour and aroma.

Complementary feed supplement for horses.

FAQs

What are the signs of gut discomfort?

It could show itself in many ways including being sharp, bucking, spooky or behind the leg, loose droppings, sensitive to groom or girth up, general behaviour changes (you know your horse best!)

How long should my horse stay on Gastro™ Step 2?

Extend™ is used as maintenance for horses that are prone to gastric symptoms due to hard work, stress, travelling and competitions. However, if you horse seems consistently comfortable on Step 2, you could move on to one of the SFM PRO™ – Step 3(stomach function maintenance) supplements.

What’s the difference between Step 1 and Step 2?

Gastro™ Step 1 has a higher level of amino acids, of which some are different to Extend™ Step 2. Extend™ Step 2 is focused more on maintaining gastric health whereas Gastro™ Step 1 is formulated to target damage in the gut caused by excessive acid.

Should I split the daily amount over two feeds?

It is recommended that your horse is fed its maintenance amount in one feed – do not split over two feeds. To find out your horse’s daily requirements, see the feeding guidelines.

For loading doses (the first 3-5 days of feeding), feed the required amount twice daily.

I’m not sure my horse will eat it?

Palatability samples are available on our website, so that you can ensure your horse is happy to eat it.

45 reviews for Step 2 – Gastro Extend™

  1. 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

  2. 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.

  3. 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.

  4. 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.

  5. 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.

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