During times of stress, magnesium is rapidly utilised by the body, and can be lost in sweat and urine. In this article, we discuss how magnesium supplementation, using Placide, can provide your horse with adequate magnesium in only hours.

One of the most important minerals your horse requires, magnesium plays a fundamental role in regulating normal heart, nerve and muscular function, along with sustaining normal blood pressure and supporting bone strength.

But, in times of stress, magnesium levels can become depleted at a much faster rate, increasing the necessity for magnesium supplementation. Stress can be caused by many factors. For the performance horse, a heavy training and competition regime can lead to high amounts of stress.

During transport, for example, your horse may sweat and urinate. Long periods on the road take a physical toll on your horse’s body as they exert more energy to remain stable and upright. As a result, magnesium can be lost in these bodily fluids and must be replaced.

Likewise, for any horse in a moderate to heavy workload, magnesium can also be lost in sweat. Magnesium increases oxygen delivery to the muscles, while promoting strength, endurance and relaxation. Without it, high intensity exercise can lead to muscle cramping, fatigue and soreness.

Magnesium Supplementation for the Performance Horse

Magnesium regulates over 325 enzymes in the body, including those involved in the metabolism of carbohydrates and amino acids for protein synthesis. As a result, magnesium not only reduces recovery time, but has been shown to improve performance.

Our range of proven equine magnesium supplements combine organic chelated magnesium with superior bio-available boron to enhance absorption by the body. By doubling the recommended dose the night before, your horse will receive the benefits of magnesium within only hours.

Placide Xtra is specifically formulated for horses in strenuous work, including competition, endurance and racing. Containing organic chelated magnesium, potassium and vitamin E with superior bioavailable boron, Placide Xtra, prolongs stamina and eases fatigue.

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Placide is the number one equine calming supplement in New Zealand. Containing organic, chelated magnesium, Placide works to relax muscles, reduce stress and support your horse’s health for improved performance in less than one week. Click here to find out more.

Disclaimer: This article is not intended as veterinary advice. At Placide, we encourage you to make health care decisions for your horse based on your own research and in partnership with a qualified veterinarian.