Mad Barns 3:1 Zinc Coppersupplement provides the essential minerals Zinc (Zn) and Copper (Cu) in the correct three to one ratio to balance most equine diets. One scoop supplies the recommended300 mg of zinc and 100 mg copperfor a 500 kg horse.

Our3:1 Zinc Copperpowder is composed of Bioplex Zinc and Copper. Bioplex trace minerals are organic minerals in the form of proteinates meaning they are bound to amino acids. This makes them more readily absorbed and metabolized in the body compared to inorganic minerals.

Bioplex Zinc proteinate and Copper proteinate are chelated minerals that have higher bioavailability compared to inorganic minerals, improved safety andimproved utilizationby the body.

Copper and zinc are required for the horse to makekeratin, a protein that is found inhair and hooves. Horses with low levels of copper and zinc might have a coat that isfrizzy, dull, or discolored. Zinc and copper supplied in a 3:1 ratio supports a shiny, healthy coat and healthy skin.

Optimal intake of these minerals helpssupport strong hoovesand helps to prevent hoof wall cracks, thrush and/or white line issues. Copper and zinc proteinates have been shown to support a strong hoof structure and lower the incidence of hoof wall separation.

Copper and zinc work together asco-factors for the antioxidantenzyme copper/zinc superoxide dismutase which is found in all cells of the body.Older horses and heavily exercised horseshave a high need for antioxidant support from the diet and might benefit for copper and zinc supplementation.

Horses that are low in these essential minerals might be moreprone to infectionslike mud fever or rain scald because of inadequate antioxidant status.

Horses withhigh levels of ironin the diet are likely to require supplemental zinc and copper to keep these three minerals in proper balance. Excess iron intakeinterferes with absorptionof copper and zinc from feed sources. A ratio of 4:3:1 of iron to zinc to copper is ideal in the equine feeding program to enable optimal absorption and utilization of these minerals.

Excess iron intakecan contribute to Cushings/PPID, insulin resistance, equine metabolic syndrome, laminitis, and liver damage. Adding copper and zinc to the diet may help counteract the negative effects of high iron andsupport metabolic health and liver function.

Mad BarnsAminoTrace+is acomplete vitamin and mineral premixthat has high levels of zinc and copper. A typical serving size provides 760mg zinc and 300mg copper. It was developed specifically for horses with metabolic concerns, laminitis, and/or high iron intake. Horses that are already on our AminoTrace+ do not typically need additional zinc and copper in their diet.

You should always consult aqualified nutritionistbefore altering your feed program.

Directions for Use:

Consult with nutritionist or veterinarian prior to use. Provide daily. Administer with feed.

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Excipient Ingredients:Distillers grain.