Schisandra Berry: (Schisandra chinensis)

The most expensive herb in this blend but a powerhouse which is why it’s in there! Helping the body to maintain homeostasis in balancing the body’s functions, it is considered an “adaptogen” in Chinese medicine. Powerful antioxidant protecting against free radicals and toxins that may cause cell damage. Aids in metabolic support, helping resistance to stressful situations and supportive to mental endurance. Benefits also include improves digestion, aids in hormone balance, skin nourishing, inflammation reducing, aids in adrenal support, liver support.

“In animal studies, it’s also been shown to help modify the response to stress by suppressing the increase of phosphorylated stress-activated protein kinase, which raises inflammation.” Dr. Axe

Plantain: (plantago major)

Plantain can be used to soothe bronchitis, burns, coughs, dermatitis, insect bites and stings, peptic ulcers, urinary tract infection and wound healing. Immune supportive and nutrient rich.

Echinacea Purpurea: NOT IN THIS CURRENT BATCH –> has been swapped for Lobelia

Today, people use echinacea to shorten the duration of the common cold and flu, and reduce symptoms, such as sore throat (pharyngitis), cough, and fever. Sold in many over the counter medications commonly seen today. Many herbalists also recommend echinacea to help boost the immune system and help the body fight infections. Rich in antioxidants. In addition, studies have linked echinacea and their compounds to many health benefits, such as reduced inflammation, improved immunity, and lower blood sugar levels.

Lobelia:

Known to treat asthma, bronchitis, pneumonia and cough. Clearing of toxins in the body. It has anti spasmodic, diuretic and sedative properties. Is calming by helping to ease tension, panic and muscle spasms. May reduce inflammation. In china it has widely been used as folk medicine for the treatment of lung cancer.

Certain health conditions should avoid lobelia including pregnancy.

Mullein: (Verbascum Thapsus)

Mullein is an expectorant, which means it helps the body expel excess mucus, usually by helping make your coughs more productive, to bring up mucus that may be settling in the chest or in the throat. It is also a demulcent. Studies show that demulcents create a soothing anti-inflammatory coating over mucous membranes. Recommended by herbal specialists for asthma, cough, common cold, bronchitis and COPD. Test tube studies showed that this herb may have some strong anti viral effects.

Eucalyptus: (Eucalyptus Globulus): Highly under used herb in the horse world as a quick search has cautioning. Further digging and research shows eucalyptus leaves being used in a salt lick, leaves being sold and fed whole to horses, as well as eucalyptus treats. I’ve included some references for you and always recommend doing your own research.

https://emeraldvalleyequine.com/product/btb-wind/

https://www.kramer.co.uk/Horse/Horse-Feed-Supplements/Eucalyptus

https://delicioushorsetreats.com/products/eucalyptus-sticks

https://www.chiadegracia.com/products/cdg-lick-eucalyptus-mint

Herbal remedies recommend using fresh leaves in a gargle to relieve a sore throat, sinusitis, and bronchitis. Also, eucalyptus oil vapor appears to act as a decongestant when inhaled. It is a popular home remedy for colds and bronchitis. It may act as an expectorant for loosening phlegm and easing congestion. Anti bacterial and anti microbial. Pain reliever. Insect repelling. Immune system stimulator. Other conditions it may help with include arthritis, wounds and burns, ulcers, cold sores, bladder diseases, diabetes, fever and flu.

Diatomaceous Earth: You have probably eaten DE in your flours or wheat and just didn’t know it.

Some sources call this the “miracle mineral”. Silica in diet’s today has been significantly reduced by fertilizers, pesticides and hybrid foods. DE is high in silica and therefore can improve the health of skin, hair, nails, joints, immune system. Aids in treating constipation & parasite removal as bugs cannot build an immunity to it. Adds to the shelf life of this mix as well.

Calcium Bentonite Clay: Immune boosting by pulling heavy metals out of the body aiding in the detox process. May help gut absorb more nutrients by increasing intestine flora. May help relive digestive problems such as constipation, IBS and nausea. Aiding the liver “Produced in certain molds, we are all susceptible to ingesting aflatoxins in processed foods. Due to the use of ingredients where the aflatoxins grow. In high enough quantities, aflatoxins can damage your liver. Fortunately, bentonite clay actually binds to aflatoxins and expels them from your liver and body.”

Dose per feeding:

Recommended twice per day.

Adult Horse 1000lb & over, 1 Tablespoon

Adult Horse 500-1,000lb, ½ – 1 Tablespoon

Adult Horse 400lb & under, 1-2 Teaspoons

Directions for use:

Pre – soak pellets or feed in water. Add mix.

Add additional water as needed.

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