As the company that introduced the feed balancer concept in the late 80’s we're, again, raising the nutritional bar by unveiling the latest evolution of our original product.
Replacing Equilibra 500, new Equilibra 500 + Omega 3 has all the key benefits of the old product, with the extra advantage of highly beneficial Omega 3 and a new completely Non-GM soya free formulation for piece of mind. It will also be packed in a new, larger 20kg bag at an even more competitive price.
As the only feed balancer we manufacture, new Equilibra 500 + Omega 3 takes centre stage in our proven feeding programme, designed to provide optimum vitamin and mineral content, whilst complementing the feeding of forages, chaffs, hard feeds and now, crucially, oils and fats.
Steve Tucker (MD & Technical Director) says..."The importance of providing the correct balance of Omega 3 to Omega 6 fats in the diet of the horse has been greatly under estimated. It is now known that Omega 3 fatty acids are essential for health, fertility and maintaining freedom of movement in all disciplines.
The whole feed balancer market has become very complicated. All equines digest their feed in the same way and if the formulation is right, one product in this sector is all that is required. With the aid of our R&D establishment, we have worked hard to evolve an already proven product in order to provide even greater health benefits for the horse and economics for the owner."
Advanced orders are now being taken for delivery med-end March.
Complements the feeding of forages, chaffs, oils and hard feeds for all horses and ponies, regardless of age, size or workload.
Key Benefits:
Contains high levels of Omega 3 to support optimum health, fertility and performance.
Maximizes the digestion and absorption of nutrients from all foodstuffs, particularly those from forage/fibre based diets.
Minimizes the threat of invasion from toxins (or other antagonists) through the gut that can cause digestive upsets.
Provides optimum vitamin and mineral content.
Contains Oatinol® to aid enzyme activity and nutrient absorption.
Contains Oatinol® to maintain gut membrane health and functioning.
Contains natural and powerful antioxidants.
Equilibra® 500 + Omega 3 provides the foundation for a simple, natural, beneficial and economical way of feeding.
Recommended as part of the GWF Nutrition Equine Feeding Guide.
Through the addition of the following specific active ingredients, Equilibra 500 + Omega 3 provides a complementary nutritional support for all horses and ponies.
Active Ingredient Why We Use It
Hemp Oil Derived Omega 3 Fatty Acids Hemp oil is probably the best source of Omega 3 Fatty Acids found in the plant world. This unique combination enables the horse to produce other essential Omega 3 fats called EPA & DHA, both of which are normally only found in fish oils, but are crucial for the health, fertility, condition and performance of the animal.
Actisaf Sc47 Actisaf Sc47 is an EU approved live yeast culture that helps stabilise conditions in the hindgut and maintain high levels of microbial fermentation activity to improve overall fibre digestion.
Concentrated Yeast Derived Oligosaccharides Oligosaccharides provide a feed source for beneficial bacteria and support the natural expulsion of antagonists found in feed and the environment.
Oat Bran Concentrated Soluble Fibres Soluble Fibres are non-digestible sugars that can support natural self defence mechanisms in the bloodstream.
Bio Available Nutrients Contains selenium, copper, manganese and zinc, plus marine sourced natural trace elements.
MT.X+ Microscopic Binder MT.X+ is a blend of microscopic absorbent compounds that aid the natural expulsion of antagonists found in feed and the environment.
Contains the Oatinol® Delivery System
For all of the above active ingredients to be utilised, they have to be absorbed from the horses’ digestive tract. Oatinol supplies natural antioxidants, polar lipids, beta glucans and galactolipid emulsifiers, required to maintain gut cell integrity, maintain the lining of the gut, support the immune system and aid the absorption of active ingredients, vitamins and trace elements.
Active Ingredient Why We Use It
Oatinol - Galactolipid Natural Emulsifiers Galactolipids are a combination of sugar and fat molecules that help establish the perfect medium for enzyme activity in the gut to absorb feed components.
Oatinol - Natural
Tocotrienol Antioxidants Tocotrienol antioxidants are found naturally in oat bran. This tocotrienol form of vitamin E is 40 to 60 times more readily recycled in membrane systems and supports tissue integrity.
Oatinol - Oat Derived
Beta Glucans Beta glucans provide nourishment for beneficial fibre degrading microbes and helps maintain a high level of natural immunity.
Oatinol - Polar Lipids Polar lipids are found in high concentrations in cell membranes and are essential for tissue integrity and the controlled passage of materials into and out of cells.
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Feeding Recommendation Back to Top
1. Introduce the recommended daily quantity of Equilibra 500 + Omega 3 over a period of 4 days.
2. Split the total daily quantity by the number of feeds per day.
3. Depending on the workload, ensure your horse or pony receives adequate levels of forages and energy dense hard feeds.
Step 1 - Select the Correct Daily Quantity
Category Quantity / Day 250gm Measures
Foals from 4 Week of Age 50 gms 0.2
Youngstock and Ponies from 10hh to 12hh 250 gms 1
Youngstock and Ponies from 12hh to 16.2hh 350 gms 1.4
Horses from 14hh to 16.2hh 500 gms 2
Mares in Foal or Nursing up to 14hh 500 gms 2
Performance Horses and Stallions up to 16.2hh 500 gms 2
Horses Over 16.2hh 600 gms 2.4
Mares in Foal or Nursing Over 14hh 600 gms 2.4
Performance Horses and Stallions Over 16.2hh 600 gms 2.4
Step 2 - Feed According to Workload
Horses and Ponies in:
Maintenance / Light Work Medium / Hard Work
Ad-lib forage products, like:
Grazing
Hays
Chaffs
Ad-lib forage products, like:
Grazing
Hays
Chaffs
Energy dense hard feeds, like:
Cereals
Competition Pellets
Muesli Mixes
* 1 x Full Measure = 250gms. To obtain a measure, please visit your local stockist or contact GWF Nutrition on: +44 (0)1225 708482 / info@gwfnutrition.com
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Product Information Back to Top
Analytical Constituents
Protein 17 %
Oil & Fats 7 %
Fibre 12 %
Ash 7 %
Calcium 1.2 %
Phosphorus 0.6 %
Sodium 0.4 %
Omeg 3 Fats 3000 mgs/kg
Composition
Oats --
Hemp Seed Meal --
Micronized (sugar) Beet Pulp --
Cane (sugar) Molasses --
Calcium Carbonate --
Dicalscium Phosphate --
Sodium Bicarbonate --
Seaweed Meal --
Vegetable Oils & Fats (Oatinol®) 3.5 %
Oligosaccharides 0.5 %
Yeast Cell Wall 0.5 %
Technological Additives
Additives:
E320 Butylated Hydroxyanisole (BHA) 2 mg/kg
E321 Butylated Hydroxytoluene (BHT) 15 mg/kg
Nutritional Additives
Vitamins:
E672 Vitamin A 44000 iu/kg
E671Vitamin D3 5000 iu/kg
Vitamin E (alpha tocopherol) 800 mg/kg
Vitamin B12 (cyanocobalamin) 200 mcg/kg
Vitamin K 10 mg/kg
Biotin 1250 mcg/kg
Folic Acid 25 mg/kg
Nicotinic Acid 50 mg/kg
Pantothenic Acid 30 mg/kg
Trace Elements:
E1 Iron (ferrous sulphate monohydrate) 200 mg/kg
E2 Iodine (calcium iodate anhydrous) 2 mg/kg
E3 Cobalt (carbonate monohydrate) 2 mg/kg
E4 Copper (cupric sulphate & glycine chelate) 100 mg/kg
E5 Manganese (manganous oxide & glycine chelate) 100 mg/kg
E6 Zinc (zinc oxide & glycine chelate) 300 mg/kg
Selenium (sodium selenite) 0.5 mg/kg
3b8.10 Selenium (organic form of selenized yeast inactivated) 0.5 mg/kg
Zootechnical Additives
Gut Flora Stabiliser:
(Actisaf Sc47) contains Saccharomyces cerevisiae NCYC Sc47, EC #1702 3x1010 CFU/kg
Product Form
Very digestible 2mm pellets.
Available Pack Size(s)
20kg (net) Bag.
Quality Assurance
This product is manufactured to Universal Feed Assurance Standard (UFAS) and guaranteed free of caffeine and theobromine.
Storage Advice
Please store in a cool, dry area away from direct sunlight.
GWF NUTRITION are an independent manufacturer and distributor of high quality animal feeds and supplements since the year1971.
