Standard Process Veterinary Formulas, Whole Food Supplements for Small Animal and Equine Patients.
Clinical Evaluations
Equine Metabolic Support
Equine Metabolic Support in a 4-month Evaluation
To determine the effects of Equine Metabolic Support on horses, clinical evaluations were conducted under the direction of a veterinarian. Twenty-nine horses were identified with elevated insulin, which can be associated with challenges to the metabolic system. Four veterinarians participated in the evaluations, and recommended appropriate changes in diet and exercise. The animals were given ¼ cup (approximately 2 ounces) of Equine Metabolic Support daily for four months.
Figure 1: Average serum level and corresponding blood glucose
Results
The response in fasting insulin levels varied, but predominantly decreased (20 animals). Six animals had variable responses and three animals had increased circulating insulin levels.
Figure 1 shows the average serum insulin level and corresponding blood glucose levels over the course of the trial for all animals. Even though blood glucose levels rose slightly, they still remained within the normal range for a horse.
Figure 2: Improvements in phenotype reported by attending veterinarians
Visual Assessment
Another common diagnostic tool for metabolic challenges is physical observation. Animals with metabolic challenges express a variety of physical attributes.
The attending veterinarians were asked to evaluate changes in physical and behavioral characteristics before and after supplementation.
Figure 2 shows their responses; higher levels indicate a deteriorating condition and lower values indicate an improved condition. Thirteen responses were recorded. The animals generally improved in all categories.
Conclusion
The attending veterinarians found value in the product with significant perceived benefits to the animal. The product has been found to be safe and palatable. This study contained no control group and represents the observations and measurements of insulin levels and blood glucose levels by the attending veterinarians.