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- 1. _______ provides 2.25x more energy per pound than any other class of nutrient.
- 3. Micro-Minerals are also known as __________.
- 8. Macro-Minerals are also known as __________.
- 10. A feedstuff that provides Vitamins, Minerals, Protein, Energy and Fiber. Often labeled as a "senior feed," the serving size is typically 15-20 lbs. if fed correctly.
- 11. This is an edible material that may provide nutrients as part of food.
- 13. Designed for horses who don't need traditional grain, this feedstuff provides only Vitamins, Minerals and Protein. Horses only need to be given 1-2 lbs.
- 15. Vitamin C and the B complex are all examples of what?
- 17. This class of nutrient is the least efficient form of energy.
- 18. How many different classes of nutrients are there?
- 19. How many essential amino acids are there for horses?
- 22. These types of minerals are needed in smaller amounts.
- 24. Horses are known as a _______ type of herbivore.
- 25. This micromineral is required for production of normal connective tissues including tendons, ligaments, cartilage and bone As a component of many enzyme systems, it is also involved in making Iron available to the body for blood, in producing skin and coat pigments, in proper nerve signaling and in repairing antioxidants.
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- 1. Vitamins A, D, E & K are all examples of what?
- 2. This micromineral is involved in over 100 enzyme systems ranging from connective tissue formation and antioxidant protection to carbohydrate metabolism and immune system function It is most recognized for its role in healthy skin and hooves and supplementation should be considered because amounts in normal feedstuffs may not meet requirements and toxicity has not been reported.
- 4. This macromineral is critical for normal nerve and muscle function, as well as transport of many substances (such as glucose) across cell membranes. There is very little of it in forages and grains, so it must be supplied separately.
- 5. These types of minerals are needed in larger amounts.
- 6. Many horsemen supplement this micromineral to enhance energy levels and performance, but a deficiency of this in horses is rare and increasing levels of it in the body has not been shown to improve RBCs or athletic ability.
- 7. This B Vitamin, also known as B1, is commonly found in calming supplements.
- 9. The absolute most important nutrient.
- 12. This common type of feed contains Vitamins, Minerals, Protein and Energy and serving size is around 6-9 lbs.
- 14. Healthy adult horses generally make enough Vitamin C but horses with these types of conditions burn through their stores and may require supplementation.
- 16. The building blocks of protein.
- 20. Also known as Ascorbic Acid, this nutrient is known for it's antioxidant properties and immune support. It is also a co-factor for glucosamine making it a great component to joint supplements.
- 21. When adding additional fat to the diet, you always want to supplement with more of this.
- 23. This is defined as any feed constitute that is necessary for the support of life.