Feed Room Chemist: An Equine Nutrition Podcast
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Dr. Jyme Nichols, equine nutritionist for Bluebonnet Feeds, explores unique cases, debunks popular myths, and breaks down advanced research data. This podcast combines a little fun with a lot of science to provide real-world feeding advice for your horse.
Feed Room Chemist: An Equine Nutrition Podcast
3M ago
Stallions can fall into a fairly wide range in terms of dietary needs, so there is no one-size-fits-all program. In this episode, Dr. Jyme describes different things to consider in designing a foundational nutrition program for a stallion and then takes it a step further by considering functional technologies that may help with things like semen quality and libido.
Resources
• Ultimate Breeding Guide https://strideanimalhealth.com/ultimate-breeding-guide
• Effect of feeding a DHA-enriched nutriceutical on the quality of fresh, cooled and frozen stallion semen: doi 10.1016/j.theriogenology.2004 ..read more
Feed Room Chemist: An Equine Nutrition Podcast
3M ago
If you plan to breed your mare this year, this is your episode! Dr. Jyme explains her pre-breeding checklist and two special functional ingredients you can add to the diet to maximize your chances of an easy conception and healthy baby.
References:
• Merck Veterinary Manual - https://www.merckvetmanual.com/management-and-nutrition/management-of-reproduction-horses/the-reproductive-cycle-of-horses
• American Association of Equine Practitioners - https://aaep.org/horsehealth/regulating-estrus
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Feed Room Chemist: An Equine Nutrition Podcast
4M ago
Just because the grass is dormant and covered by a fresh layer of snow doesn’t mean you can forget about laminitis. Winter laminitis can be a concern for horses, especially those predisposed to metabolic conditions.
Resources
• Winter Laminitis Proceedings 2015 https://www.ecirhorse.org/proceedings-2015.php
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Feed Room Chemist: An Equine Nutrition Podcast
6M ago
“Biohacking is a powerful concept that equips individuals with diverse tools and strategies, enabling them to take charge of their health like a CEO steering a successful company,” says Dr. Kien Vuu, M.D. Why not use some of these techniques on our horses to optimize their health, performance, and longevity??
Resources:
• [Book] Thrive State: Your Blueprint for Optimal Health, Longevity, and Peak Performance by Dr. Kien Vuu, M.D.
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Feed Room Chemist: An Equine Nutrition Podcast
7M ago
Weaning can be a stressful time for both mare and foal, but as owners and managers there are things we can do to minimize stress. This episode covers the nutritional aspects of deciding when to wean your foal.
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If you have a topic or question you would like addressed on a future episode please email info@bluebonnetfeeds.com
Dr. Jyme Nichols is Director of Nutrition for Bluebonnet Feeds and Stride Animal Health. For more information on these brands or a fre ..read more
Feed Room Chemist: An Equine Nutrition Podcast
7M ago
As a follow up to episode 126 “Sweet Temptations” Dr. Jyme digs into the concepts behind evaluating sugar in the diet and how to apply the findings to specific situations.
Resources:
• EquiSUMMIT Registration for on-demand replays of the live event: https://bit.ly/440K6tp
• Review of WSC and ESC of temperate grass pastures: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jevs.2022.103866
• Seasonal trends in NSC of cool and warm season grasses: https://doi.org/10.2135/cropsci2013.07.0465
• Pasture NSC and equine laminitis: https://doi.org/10.1093/jn/136.7.2099S
• Effect of dietary fructans on insulin response of po ..read more
Feed Room Chemist: An Equine Nutrition Podcast
8M ago
Dr. Jyme was a guest presenter at the 2023 EquiSUMMIT. This is a re-play of her presentation covering the nutritional considerations of horses with sugar sensitivities. To view the video replay of this webinar go to: https://bit.ly/440K6tp
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If you have a topic or question you would like addressed on a future episode please email info@bluebonnetfeeds.com
Dr. Jyme Nichols is Director of Nutrition for Bluebonnet Feeds and Stride Animal Health. For more inform ..read more
Feed Room Chemist: An Equine Nutrition Podcast
8M ago
Modern feeding practices can have some not so great impacts on our horse’s mouths. In this episode Dr. Jyme explains how current “normal” practices in our horse’s environment can cause unintended consequences for a horse’s dental health.
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If you have a topic or question you would like addressed on a future episode please email info@bluebonnetfeeds.com
Dr. Jyme Nichols is Director of Nutrition for Bluebonnet Feeds and Stride Animal Health. For more inform ..read more
Feed Room Chemist: An Equine Nutrition Podcast
9M ago
There’s a saying as old as time: “No foot, No horse”… but what about “No Mouth, No Horse”? Limitations of the mouth can impact a horse’s attitude, body condition, and performance. This episode addresses some nutritional "work arounds" when a horse has some limitations.
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If you have a topic or question you would like addressed on a future episode please email info@bluebonnetfeeds.com
Dr. Jyme Nichols is Director of Nutrition for Bluebonnet Feeds and Stri ..read more
Feed Room Chemist: An Equine Nutrition Podcast
9M ago
Ever find yourself wondering where the “official” start of the digestive tract is? The answer might not be what you think. This is the first episode a three-part series devoted to uncovering some of the links between equine nutrition and dental health.
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If you have a topic or question you would like addressed on a future episode please email info@bluebonnetfeeds.com.
Dr. Jyme Nichols is Director of Nutrition for Bluebonnet Feeds and Stride Animal Health ..read more