"That shine? It starts on the inside."
Why does Maxia Digest make my horse's coat shine?
Biotin is a B-vitamin essential for making keratin, the main protein in hair and hoof. Pre and Probiotics in Maxia Digest nourish the hindgut which is where B vitamins are produced. Not only that, Maxia Digest has added Biotin to ensure a healthy coat and hooves.
Biotin, a B-vitamin, is essential for horse hoof and hair health because it plays a vital role in the production of keratin, a structural protein that makes up hair, skin and the hoof wall. Supplementation can enhance coat health, improve hoof quality and increase growth rate.
Biotin and Coat Health:
Strong Hair - It helps in the formation of strong, healthy hair follicles, preventing breakage and promoting a full coat.
Skin Health - Biotin also supports skin health, which is closely linked to the quality of the coat.
Biotin and Hoof Health:
Keratin Production - Biotin is a key component in the formation of keratin, which is crucial for hoof strength and integrity.
Improved Hoof Quality - Supplementation with biotin can lead to stronger, more durable hooves, reducing brittleness, cracks, and chipping.
Increased Growth Rate - Biotin can promote faster hoof growth, allowing for quicker recovery from hoof problems.
Why Supplement?
Natural Synthesis - Horses produce biotin naturally in their hindgut, but some horses may not produce enough to meet their needs, especially those with poor hoof quality or under stress.
Hindgut Function - Factors like high-grain diets, stress, and illness can impact biotin production and absorption in the hindgut.
Absorption - Research suggests that biotin supplementation can be more effectively absorbed by the horse than relying solely on natural production in the hindgut.
Continuous Supplementation - For horses with chronic hoof problems, continuous biotin supplementation is often recommended to maintain improved hoof quality.
