Stomach acid is essential for digestion, but too much or too acidic stomach acid can damage your horse's stomach wall. Maerl (calcified seaweed) in Pavo GastriCover not only provides a neutralising effect on stomach acid, it also has an anti-inflammatory effect. Neutralising stomach acid can help maintain a healthy pH in the stomach. This is necessary for proper digestion and a healthy stomach lining. Unlike other stomach acid-neutralising ingredients, maerl has a long-lasting and gradual effect. Thus, stomach acid is neutralised for a longer period and in even amounts (instead of a lot for a short time). Stomach acid can be harmful to the stomach, but at the same time it is essential for digestion. Too much neutralisation will eventually reduce digestion.
Apple pulp and dried desugared beet pulp are 100% natural ingredients with a very high pectin content. These pectins have a double positive effect on your horse's digestion. First, they form a gel-like layer on the stomach wall, which has a protective function against stomach acid. In addition, they have a prebiotic effect by supporting the growth of good bacteria in the intestines. A proper balance of good bacteria ensures optimal digestion and intestinal health. Pavo GastriCover is enriched with Biosprint®. This certified live yeast (Saccharomyces cerevisiae) improves the digestibility of food and helps stabilise intestinal flora. Pavo GastriCover can well support healthy stomach function, but good feed management is the basis for success. Therefore, it is important to scrutinise your horse's current management and see if there are things you can improve.
