About this episode
Protein is a word in nutrition that horse owners have difficulty understanding. There is a good reason for this: it is more complicated than carbohydrates (sugar) and fat. But why? Horse owners aren't stupid, and on top of this, they want to do the "best" for their horses. Protein makes up the hair coat, topline muscles, hooves, suspensory ligaments, neurotransmitters (Cushing's disease), the immune system (allergies, skin conditions, dermatitis), enzymes (digestive disorders) and hormones (hormone disorders). In addition, the DNA, RNA and all viruses are all made up of the same stuff of proteins – amino acids. I explain proteins and the amino acids that make up all proteins. Then I describe the two reasons horses are chronically deficient in protein: Lack of intake of high-quality protein having all the essential amino acids. Increased destruction of proteins by the body trying to survive living in a high-sugar world. ********** TheHorsesAdvocate.com is a website to learn about horses, horse barns and farms. There is a membership side of the website where horse owners can attend live meetings to ask questions and get a deeper understanding of things they have learned on the site. Membership helps support this message, helping to spread it to everyone worldwide working with horses. HorsemanshipDentistry.com is a website that discusses how and why I perform equine dentistry without immobilization or the automatic use of drugs. I only accept new clients in Florida. Make an appointment in FL . HorsemanshipDentistrySchool.com is a website for those interested in learning how to perform equine dentistry without drugs on 97% of horses. There are eight spots a year for interested students PLUS, there is a separate online course for those wanting to learn how to do this but can never get to South Florida for hands-on training. Show support for The Horse's Advocate by wearing a hat or shirt or drinking from a cup, all with the official logo. Go to this link for our swag ( https://the-horses-advocate.creator-spring.com/ ). Please give a thumbs up or 5-star review and share these everywhere. I know horse owners worldwide listen, and the horses need every one of you in "Helping Horses Thrive In A Human World."