COLLAGEN is the main component of connective tissue and the most abundant protein in mammals, making up from 25% to 35% of the whole-body protein content. It works as our body’s ‘scaffolding’. Depending upon the degree of mineralization, collagen tissues may be rigid (bone), compliant (tendon), or have a gradient from rigid to compliant (cartilage). […]
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Stress is both an angel and a demon: On the one hand, it pushes us forward to adapt, achieve and strengthen muscles, and on the other hand it can kill us prematurely. Building strength rather than wearing out is dependent on ability to recover from stress: And the quality of recovery is dependent on magnesium status. Low
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Why do horses need supplemental magnesium? Magnesium is needed directly for over 350 biochemical processes within the body, and is additionally involved in thousands of others. Magnesium is vital for energy production, metabolism of other minerals, regulation of blood sugars, maintaining normal muscle and nerve function, as well as strength of bones and teeth. The
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Hopper’s Story – A Case of Magnesium Deficiency Hopper had been plagued with pain and a short stride due to severe bracing throughout his body and depleted hoof structure. He had significant P3 bone loss with short length step and toe-first landing. This highly stressed and easily spooked horse has had a remarkable recovery due