{"product_id":"mad-barn-optimum-digestive-health-5kg-62-servings","title":"Mad Barn Optimum Digestive Health Pellets -5kg (62 servings)","description":"\u003cp\u003eOptimum Digestive Health is an\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eall-in-one pelleted gut supplement\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003efor horses, improving feed efficiency, maintaining the hindgut microbiome, and supporting immune function. Formulated with probiotics, prebiotics, yeast, enzymes, and toxin binders, this palatable supplement helps promote normal digestive function and protect against common gastrointestinal disturbances.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEffective blend of natural probiotics and prebiotics\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRecommended by veterinarians to support hindgut health\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAids in restoring healthy gut microflora following disturbances\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupports the maintenance of regular bowel movements\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-boxy\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"iconbox\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"iconboxtitle\"\u003eOptimum Digestive Health Supports:\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cimg alt=\"Gut Health and Microbiome\" height=\"25\" width=\"25\" data-src=\"https:\/\/madbarn.com\/icons\/product\/microbiome-min.png\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/madbarn.com\/icons\/product\/microbiome-min.png\" class=\"ls-is-cached lazyloaded\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eGut Health\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cimg alt=\"Balanced Microbiome\" height=\"25\" width=\"25\" data-src=\"https:\/\/madbarn.com\/icons\/product\/mineral%20balance-min.png\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/madbarn.com\/icons\/product\/mineral%20balance-min.png\" class=\"ls-is-cached lazyloaded\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eBalanced Microbiome\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cimg alt=\"Stomach Health and Gastric Function\" height=\"25\" width=\"25\" data-src=\"https:\/\/madbarn.com\/icons\/product\/stomach-min.png\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/madbarn.com\/icons\/product\/stomach-min.png\" class=\"ls-is-cached lazyloaded\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eDigestive Function\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cimg alt=\"Normal Bowel Movements\" height=\"25\" width=\"25\" data-src=\"https:\/\/madbarn.com\/icons\/product\/bowel.png\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/madbarn.com\/icons\/product\/bowel.png\" class=\"ls-is-cached lazyloaded\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eNormal Bowel Movements\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cimg alt=\"Immune System\" height=\"25\" width=\"25\" data-src=\"https:\/\/madbarn.com\/icons\/product\/shield-min.png\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/madbarn.com\/icons\/product\/shield-min.png\" class=\"ls-is-cached lazyloaded\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eImmune System\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cimg alt=\"Immune System\" height=\"25\" width=\"25\" data-src=\"https:\/\/madbarn.com\/icons\/product\/toxin%20binder-min.png\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/madbarn.com\/icons\/product\/toxin%20binder-min.png\" class=\"lazyloaded\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eToxin Binder\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cimg alt=\"Nutrient Absorption\" height=\"25\" width=\"25\" data-src=\"https:\/\/madbarn.com\/icons\/product\/recovery-min.png\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/madbarn.com\/icons\/product\/recovery-min.png\" class=\"ls-is-cached lazyloaded\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eNutrient Absorption\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cimg alt=\"Resistance to Stress\" height=\"25\" width=\"25\" data-src=\"https:\/\/madbarn.com\/icons\/product\/nature-min.png\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/madbarn.com\/icons\/product\/nature-min.png\" class=\"lazyloaded\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eResistance to Stress\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cimg alt=\"Weight Maintenance\" height=\"25\" width=\"25\" data-src=\"https:\/\/madbarn.com\/icons\/product\/weight-min.png\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/madbarn.com\/icons\/product\/weight-min.png\" class=\"ls-is-cached lazyloaded\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eWeight Maintenance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cimg alt=\"General Well-Being\" height=\"25\" width=\"25\" data-src=\"https:\/\/madbarn.com\/icons\/product\/wellness-min.png\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/madbarn.com\/icons\/product\/wellness-min.png\" class=\"ls-is-cached lazyloaded\"\u003eGeneral Well-Being\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEven the best nutrition programs will fail without maintaining gut health.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThat’s why we developed\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOptimum Digestive Health Pellets\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e– to restore balance to the gastrointestinal tract, improve feed efficiency, support energy metabolism and boost nutrient assimilation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMad Barn’s Optimum Digestive Health\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003egives you total GI tract coverage that works in five key ways:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStabilizing the\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003egut flora\u003c\/strong\u003e, reducing the risk of dysfunction and colic\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProviding\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eintestinal enzymes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ethat improve the digestibility of feed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStimulating\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ehindgut development\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eto support the fermentation of fiber\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eContains\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003etoxin binders\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ethat remove harmful substances before they can be absorbed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSource of natural\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eimmune modulators\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTired of powdered supplements that get left behind?\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eMad Barn’s Optimum Digestive Health\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eis an\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003euber palatable\u003c\/em\u003e, pelleted equine digestive supplement that contains a unique combination of probiotics, prebiotics, yeast, enzymes and a proprietary blend of nucleotides.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is the most comprehensive solution on the market to address optimal hindgut health. Best of all, these\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eingredients are 100% natural\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eand come from renewable resources.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-lineheight=\"40.5px\" data-fontsize=\"27\" class=\"blue mt2 fusion-responsive-typography-calculated\"\u003eWhy Use Optimum Digestive Health?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDoes your horse exhibit any of these signs of\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003epoor digestive function\u003c\/strong\u003e?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLoose manure\/diarrhea\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePoor topline\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLack of muscle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight loss\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLoss of appetite\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConstipation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePoor quality coat\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf so, your horse may benefit from\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOptimum Digestive Health\u003c\/strong\u003e. Our all-in-one dietary supplement provides everything you need to get your horse’s digestive system back on tract. There is no shortage of pre- and probiotics on the market for your horse.\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBut there hasn’t ever been a formulation like this.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"blue-box\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"highlight\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOptimum Digestive Health\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eis the ultimate solution for hindgut support, immune function and nutrient utilization. Give your horse total GI tract coverage with a powerful complex of probiotics, prebiotics, yeast, enzymes and more.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-boxy\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-lineheight=\"40.5px\" data-fontsize=\"27\" class=\"blue fusion-responsive-typography-calculated\"\u003eHow Optimum Digestive Health Works\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-lineheight=\"40px\" data-fontsize=\"20\" class=\"grey mt2 fusion-responsive-typography-calculated\"\u003eOptimizes the Microbiome\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe digestive tract of a healthy horse is inhabited by trillions of beneficial bacteria. These microorganisms assist with a number of vital functions in the horse’s body, such as\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003enutrient assimilation, hindgut fermentation and vitamin synthesis\u003c\/strong\u003e, just to name a few.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOptimum Digestive Health\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ereplenishes the equine microflora with the addition of probiotics and provides nourishment with select prebiotic substrates. When combined, these substances optimize gut microbiome and\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ereduce the risk of digestive dysfunction and colic\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOptimum Digestive Health\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eis more than just food – it’s a\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003enatural growth promoter\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003ethat works\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ewith\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eyour horse. A proprietary blend of\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003enucleotides\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003estimulates maximal growth of the beneficial bacteria already inhabiting your horse’s digestive system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-lineheight=\"40px\" data-fontsize=\"20\" class=\"grey mt2 fusion-responsive-typography-calculated\"\u003eEnhances Digestibility\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBy optimizing the microbial environment, your horse can better digest feeds and liberate more nutrients that go toward\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003emuscle growth, athletic performance and immunity\u003c\/strong\u003e. The addition of digestive enzymes in the equine diet can also assist in the absorption of nutrients in the correct location, reducing excess starch or protein from reaching the hindgut.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe wide range of digestive enzymes in\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOptimum Digestive Health:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBoost feed efficiency\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eby accelerating the breakdown of nutrients in forage and concentrates.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePrevent digestive upset\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eby limiting the passage of starch and protein into the hindgut.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-lineheight=\"40px\" data-fontsize=\"20\" class=\"grey mt2 fusion-responsive-typography-calculated\"\u003eCombats Toxins\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe presence of molds and fungus are a reality for all feeds. These organisms can produce compounds that are\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003every toxic to the horse\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eand its digestive health. Impeding these toxins and removing them before they can be absorbed or negatively impact the microflora or the horse is\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eimperative for optimal health.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOptimum Digestive Health\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003econtains a natural prebiotic substance that binds onto harmful toxins and harmlessly clears them out of the digestive system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-lineheight=\"40.5px\" data-fontsize=\"27\" class=\"blue fusion-responsive-typography-calculated\"\u003eScientifically Proven Benefits\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOptimum Digestive Health\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eis formulated with ingredients that have been scientifically studied and shown to improve gut health, immune function and feed digestibility. Very few digestive support supplements have been studied in horses. Go with a product that has research to back up its ingredients and results.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-lineheight=\"40px\" data-fontsize=\"20\" class=\"grey mt2 fusion-responsive-typography-calculated\"\u003eHindgut Health\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"image-box\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"image-box-50\"\u003e\u003cimg height=\"307\" width=\"400\" alt=\"ODH Hindgut Probiotic Bacteria\" data-src=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/ODH-Hindgut-Probiotic-Bacteria-1024x787.jpg\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-70653 lazyloaded\" decoding=\"async\" title=\"ODH Hindgut Probiotic Bacteria | Mad Barn Canada\" src=\"https:\/\/madbarn.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/ODH-Hindgut-Probiotic-Bacteria-1024x787.jpg\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"image-box-50\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEffects on Hindgut Bacteria Population:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn one research trial, feeding ingredients found in ODH was shown to significantly increase the population of\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003ebeneficial\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003elactic acid utilizing bacteria in the hindgut while reducing\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eharmful\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ebacterial from the\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eStreptococci Sp\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003egenus.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBy bringing the hindgut microbiome into a more favourable balance, ODH can support digestion and immune function.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-lineheight=\"40px\" data-fontsize=\"20\" class=\"grey mt3 fusion-responsive-typography-calculated\"\u003eFeed Efficiency\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"image-box\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"image-box-50\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEffects on Fibrolytic Activity:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStudy results also showed that the horses fed ingredients in ODH experienced a higher rate of fibrolytic activity compared to a control. Fibrolytic activity refers to the bacteria and enzymes that break down fibers found in foods to obtain energy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBy increasing the digestibility of fibre in the diet, ODH can support nutrient uptake, energy metabolism, weight gain and animal comfort.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"image-box-50\"\u003e\u003cimg height=\"307\" width=\"400\" alt=\"ODH Fibrolytic Activity\" data-src=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/ODH-Fibrolytic-Activity-1024x787.jpg\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-70655 lazyloaded\" decoding=\"async\" title=\"ODH Fibrolytic Activity | Mad Barn Canada\" src=\"https:\/\/madbarn.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/ODH-Fibrolytic-Activity-1024x787.jpg\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-lineheight=\"40px\" data-fontsize=\"20\" class=\"grey mt3 fusion-responsive-typography-calculated\"\u003eImmune Function\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"image-box\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"image-box-50\"\u003e\u003cimg height=\"307\" width=\"400\" alt=\"ODH Immunity\" data-src=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/ODH-Immunity-1024x787.jpg\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-70657 lazyloaded\" decoding=\"async\" title=\"ODH Immunity | Mad Barn Canada\" src=\"https:\/\/madbarn.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/ODH-Immunity-1024x787.jpg\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"image-box-50\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEffects on Immunoglobulin Levels:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIngredients in ODH have also been shown to boost immunity as assessed by the concentration of immunoglobulins (IgA, IgG, IgM) present. Immunoglobulins are proteins that contain antibodies that fight disease-causing agents such as viruses and bacteria.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCompared to a control, ODH ingredients significantly increased the levels of these immunoglobulins found in the colostrum of breeding mares, helping to kick-start the immune system in the young foal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou should always consult a\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003equalified nutritionist\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ebefore altering your feed program.\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Mad Barn","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52727647404192,"sku":"MB180722","price":92.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0617\/6469\/8272\/files\/180722.webp?v=1755737167","url":"https:\/\/harmonytackshop.com\/fr\/products\/mad-barn-optimum-digestive-health-5kg-62-servings","provider":"Harmony Tack Shop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}