Are Electrolytes Important?
As a general rule, whenever the horse is under unusual stress. Long trailer rides, if the weather spikes 85 degrees Fahrenheit or hotter. When he works in heat plus humidity, that make it extra-difficult for him to dissipate heat. When he sweats profusely.When he works harder or longer than he is use to. Post-exercise restoration of fluids and electrolytes can be achieved with proper supplementation. Horses that are managed well and have received adequate amounts of electrolytes prior to competition can tolerate electrolyte losses, with a reduced risk of conditions such as synchronous diaphragmatic flutter (thumps) or exertional rhabdomyolysis. Essentialytes is a carefully formulated oral electrolyte supplement for Horses designed to supply additional electrolytes that may be lost by dehydration during strenuous exercise, hot weather, trailering ,ect. This product does not contain sugars that would alter blood insulin levels. The most important electrolyte as far as restoring fluid is
