{"product_id":"equine-america-apple-lytes","title":"Equine America Apple Lytes Granules","description":"\u003cp\u003eAn increase in body temperature, either as a result of exercise, travelling or high environmental temperature will cause the horse to sweat. The evaporation of this sweat helps the horse to cool down and regulate their body temperature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSweating causes fluid loss, together with the loss of body salts called electrolytes, contained in the sweat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eThe important electrolytes are:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSodium and Chloride, Potassium, Calcium and Magnesium\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eElectrolytes play key roles in muscle contraction, the nervous system, and maintaining the fluid balance around cells, and very importantly, the concentration of sodium controls the horse’s thirst response.  This is especially notable, as a significant loss of electrolytes can actually reduce the horse’s desire to drink, even when he has lost a large amount of fluid and is at risk of becoming dehydrated.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf the lost fluid and electrolytes are not replaced, the horse will begin to suffer from dehydration, affecting performance and resulting in symptoms of fatigue and reduced exercise tolerance, and ultimately more serious conditions affecting muscles and the ability to perform.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eElectrolyte replacement to restore losses and encourage water intake are important for all horses and ponies who sweat – from Pony Club ponies working hard at rallies in the Summer,  through to globe-trotting International eventers, showjumpers and dressage horses!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eApple Lytes have been carefully formulated to replace the key electrolytes and encourage drinking to help prevent dehydration and maintain peak performance all season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eApple Lytes are highly palatable, with an appetising cherry flavour, and should be introduced gradually at home, mixed in feed, building up to the recommended level when required after periods of sweating, with fresh water always available.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eFeeding guidelines:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eFor 400-600kg horses;\u003c\/span\u003e Light work: 30g per day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStrenuous exercise or sweating heavily: 60g per day. Maximum; 60g per day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eFor 300-450kg ponies;\u003c\/span\u003e Light work: 15g per day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStrenuous exercise or sweating heavily: 30g per day. Maximum; 30g per day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo not exceed recommended intakes unless under veterinary advice.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Equine America","offers":[{"title":"2.5kg","offer_id":45658450526527,"sku":"KME-235B-UK","price":14.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"10kg","offer_id":45658450559295,"sku":"KME-235C-UK","price":54.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0785\/0544\/3647\/files\/15_66d47a4d62915c9ddbbe9fe76a4fb242.jpg?v=1689418567","url":"https:\/\/goldstar-equestrian-clearance.myshopify.com\/products\/equine-america-apple-lytes","provider":"GS Equestrian Clearance","version":"1.0","type":"link"}