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Poor Hoof Condition and Irritability May be Indication of Stomach Ulcers

Gastric equine ulcers ranks second in the world as the most common health problem with horses.
Gastric equine ulcers is a major health epidemic. It ranks second in the world as the most common health problem with horses. Estimates are that 80% of racehorses and 56% of non-racehorses have gastric ulcers. Yes, stomach ulcers in horses can be prevented and easily treated.
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Laminitis Shares Human Cell Dysfunction, Research Shows

In a recent study, researchers Lynn Cassimeris, Julie Engiles and Hannah Galantino-Homer found a similar reaction on the cellular level between humans and horses with endocrinopathies, as published in the journal BMC Veterinary Research. While humans don’t have lamellar cells as horses do, both have animal cells containing endoplasmic reticulum (ER). Metabolic issues arise when the ER is stressed in both humans and horses.
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