MUSCLE + – Vit E, selenium, lysine and spirulina – Support and muscle recovery horse

Muscle +, a complete formula based on antioxidants, amino acids and spirulina for support and muscle recovery of the horse at work or in convalescence.

The formula Muscle + combines the toning benefits of Spirulina vitamins, trace elements and amino acids that contribute to the optimal functioning of horse muscles.

Vitamin E: Vitamin E is an essential vitamin with powerful antioxidant properties that protects muscle cells from oxidative stress induced by effort and supports the proper functioning of the immune system.

Selenium: on selenium in horses plays a major antioxidant role, in close association with Vitamin E. Selenium conditions the activity of antioxidant enzymes and contributes to the regeneration of vitamin E. One selenium deficiency in horses may lead to increased fatigue during exercise, altered recovery and muscle tension.

L-lysine: L-lysine is an essential amino acid, i.e. the body cannot produce it and must draw it from the diet. It is present in large quantities in the muscles and has many biological functions. It contributes, inter alia, to the development of horse muscles and the repair of muscle micro-tills induced by exercise, bone growth and collagen formation.

Vitamin B12: this vitamin in group B is considered by some as the vitamin of effort. It is involved in many processes such as the synthesis of red blood cells involved in oxygen transport.

Why give your horse selenium?

The selenium for horse is an essential trace element acting as a major antioxidant. In synergy with the vitamin EIt helps protect muscle cells from oxidative stress generated during exercise.

• Protection: Supports horse muscles in case of stiffness or bloodshed (myositis).

• Performance: Promotes optimal muscle contraction.

• Recovery: Helps protect muscle cells after exercise.

The importance of synergy Selenium – Vitamin E – Lysine

Our formula Muscle + not just bring selenium. It combines:

• Selenium & Vitamin E: The reference antioxidant duo.

• L-lysine: An essential amino acid that the horse cannot synthesize, essential for the production of muscle fiber.

What are the signs of a selenium deficiency in the horse?

One selenium deficiency can have a visible impact on the health and performance of your mount. The most common signs include:

• Muscle scratchers: A horse that seems « frozen » or who has difficulty engaging its members after the effort.

• Lower performance: Unexplained fatigue or recovery much slower than usual.

• Immune weakness: Increased susceptibility to infections.

• Myopathy: In the most serious cases, Deficiency may lead to episodes of myositis. If you notice these symptoms, a targeted treatment of selenium and vitamin E is often recommended to support muscle metabolism.

When to do a Vitamin E and Selenium cure to your horse?

It is particularly beneficial to add to the selenium to your horse in the following situations:

1. Competition season: To protect the muscles under repeated and intense effort.

2. Back to work: With L-lysine, to accompany optimal development of muscle mass at work.

3. Geographic areas: If your hay comes from soil poor in selenium (common in many French regions).

4. Prevention of oxidative stress: In the athlete horse, to support the neutralization of free radicals produced during exercise, or the horse subject to muscle disorders. Use of Muscle + is ideal for at least 3 weeks, ideally throughout the competition season depending on the intensity of training and the needs of your horse.

ESC Laboratoire is a pioneer company in equine herbal medicine. We specialize in the selection and use of plant active ingredients applied to equine comfort care and offer the widest range of natural products for horses on the market.