Omegas & Seeds

Omegas & Seeds

Flax


Flax has a slightly better omega 3 profile than chia seeds, and can be used for the same benefits. Our flax is sourced from the best on the market we have found: Turtle Mountain Flax. They make cold-milled flax with a stable shelf life of up to two years, and I have eaten it myself as it is human grade. My horse Daisy is on their cold-milled flax daily and eats it readily!

https://www.turtlemountainflax.com/

https://madbarn.com/flaxseed-for-horses/ 


Chia 


Chia seeds have an excellent omega 6 to omega 3 ratio with a great fatty acid profile and fiber content. They are also low in starch and sugar.

https://thehorse.com/113167/chia-or-flax-which-is-better-for-my-horse/ 

https://madbarn.com/feeds/chia-seeds/ 



Pumpkin Seeds


Pumpkin seeds are a good source of fat and fiber and add a bit of texture to some of our porridges. They are shelled, so only the inside kernel is what we use. Orange pie pumpkins are safe for horses to eat. 

https://thehorse.com/113373/can-horses-eat-pumpkin/ 

 

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