Ayurveda Herbal Extracts - Equine - Race Horse Nutrition - Energy, Endurance, Anti-inflammatory, mobility, flexability, ulcers, digestive

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NUTRITIVES - Ayurveda
For Thoroughbred and Standard Bred Race Horses

History of using Ayurveda on Race Horses

Ayurveda has been practiced in India for more than 5,000 years. "Ayus" means age or life-span and "Veda" is wisdom or true knowledge. Ayurveda is the science and wisdom of life and self-healing. This includes not only diet, exercise, and yoga but also herbs. After his many visits to India and countless hours of study, Ray Rosenthal (our formulator) became an international expert in Ayurveda and the Indian herbs. Dr. R.P. Trivedi, Ray's mentor was considered to be nominated for a Nobel Peace Prize in Botany and was a world-renowned expert in Ayurveda. In 1994, Dave asked Ray if there were any Ayurvedic herbs that could help his and Rich's racehorses' well being. They help people, so why not horses?

Of course there were, but research was necessary to find the best possible combinations of herbs for horses. Dr. Triveda actually researched the ancient Sanskrit literature to help Ray. He spoke to many other experts from India, too. Ray also contacted Dr. R.H. Singh who he (like numerous others) considered to be "the #1 Ayurvedist in India." In a letter to Ray, Dr. Singh wrote, "I always believe that it is in the interest of Ayurveda as well as in our national interest and in the interest of humanity at large that Ayurveda come on the world map...In this reference your efforts to promote Ayurveda in the USA is laudable. I shall be happy to collaborate." Dr. Singh is a Professor and Chief Consultant Physician in the Dept. of Internal Medicine and is the Dean of Ayurveda Faculty at Banaras Hindu University (perhaps the leading University in India). In his 30-year academic career, Prof. Singh has authored 12 books and over 100 research papers in international journals.

The original mix of herbs that Ray and Dr. Trivedi recommended were based on combinations of herbs that have existed in India before mankind and have been used for thousands of years by its people. It is not just the ingredients that are important -- the proportions of the herbs are vitally important, too . When it comes to herbs, more does not equate to better. The same herb combined with different herbs will also change the benefits provided by that herb. Equally critical is the way the herbs are processed. For example, extracting active ingredients with alcohol vs. water will provide different benefits from the same herb. In short, the key is which herbs to use, their proportions, quality, potency, and the manner in which they are extracted.

When we tested Ray's recommendations of herbs on our racehorses, the results far exceeded our expectations.

Power Plus+ Extract - Energy and Endurance Products

Power Plus+ Extract (male or female) -- traditionally used for endurance, strength, and energy. The scientific studies state that the herbal extracts in this product help to increase the red blood count and, therefore, the oxygen carrying capacity of the horse -- vital to increase the horses energy (and, naturally, great for race horses). These herbs also help to increase the immune system and help the horse deal with the stress related to the routine and regimen of training.

M Power Plus+ Extract (for Male Horses)
(Powdered Herbal Extracts with Certified Organic Spices)

F Power Plus+ Extract (for Female Horses)
(Powdered Herbal Extracts with Certified Organic Spices)

"M and F Power Plus+ are wonderful supplements for a horse's energy and endurance. We have had tremendous results using it since 2002 - including Man From Wicklow's $200,000 Grade I win in the Gulfstream Park Breeders' Cup Handicap.
-- Rick Violette Jr., Trainer

We have a lot of happy thoroughbred and standardbred trainers use M and F Power Plus+ Extract. The competition for these men and women is incredibly high. They have no time for products that do not meet or exceed expectations. Additionally, these trainers have to justify any increase to the owner's bill. We know these customers are satisfied because they tell us and they continue to re-order M and F Power Plus+ Extract. Here are some of the reasons why:

The herbal extracts in M and F Power Plus+ are traditionally* used:

To increase ENDURANCE.
To increase ENERGY.
To increase STRENGTH.
To increase the horse's IMMUNE SYSTEM, and the ability to resist illness.
To help manage normal DAILY STRESS so that horse cam handle the stress of its routine and regimen. Race horses may not sour as quickly. Some horses may lose part of their race in the paddock their nervousness results in lost energy.
For ANTI-INFLAMMATION.
For COGNITIVE-ENHANCING

Many trainers tell us that they see a difference in the way their horses act (i.e. more energy and an eagerness to train) in as little as 10-14 days after using M Power Plus+ Extract.

Price: $ 75.00 for a 30-day supply. Shipping FREE via UPS Ground.
Specify M Power Plus+ Extract for males or F Power Plus+ Extract for females

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Mobile-Flex Extract - Arthritis & Soreness Products

Mobile-Flex Extract -- traditionally used for arthritis. The scientific tests state that the herbs in this product are more effective that "Bute" and safer than Ibuprofen. More importantly, this product differs from others because it actually help to eliminate some of the scar tissue caused by arthritis after approx. 6 weeks of use (Whitmore's Conn, above, is fed this supplement). For some horses, the ankle fluid actually begins to clear. One trainer told me that she never saw this before. Additionally, the ankles have to be injected less often -- this is common for race horses and older horses.
This saving, alone, pays for the Mobile-Flex. Retail Cost: $120/month's supply.

Item No.Mobile-Flex Extract $120 one month supply

Mobile-Flex Extract (for Horses)
(Powdered Herbal Extracts with Certified Organic Spices)

"Without Mobile-Flex, Whitmore's Conn would not have won the $500,000 Grade I Sword Dancer Invitational at Saratoga. I have no doubt that Mobile-Flex made the difference. It was really exciting!"
-- Randy Schulhofer, Trainer

(In this race on August 9, 2003, Whitmore's Conn, an older horse that had never won a Grade I race before, was last in the 11-horse field. He rallied 7-wide and won drawing away. He paid $ 51.50. The owner's share of the purse was $300,000.)

Boswellia serrata has long been used in Ayurvedic practice as a support for function of healthy joints. 1 Clinical evidence of this activity is found in placebo-controlled clinical studies.

Veterinarians have used the herbal extracts in Mobile-Flex Extract for disabling osteoarthritis, chronic post-operative knee arthritis, general stifle problems, sore backs, bowed tendons and bone spurs.

The herbal extracts in Mobile-Flex Extract is traditionally* used for:

CHRONIC INFLAMMATORY ARTHRITIS
RHEUMATOID ARTHRITIS
INFLAMMATORY ARTHRITIS
ANTI-INFLAMATION

Price: $ 80.00 for a 30-day supply. Shipping FREE via UPS Ground.

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Nutri-Powder Extract - Digestive Products

Nutri-Powder Extract -- traditionally used for digestive problems. As I mentioned on the phone, one of our trainers had a horse that had severe stomach problems after colic surgery. The local vets (at Cal Expo -- race track in Sacramento, CA) couldn't lick the problem. Nutri-Powder did. These herbs help to eliminate the toxins in the system that interfere with the absorption of important vitamins and nutrients -- Therefore, all horses should use it because absorbing more vitamins and nutrients will help make them stronger and healthier. Nutri-Powder also helps rid the digestive system of excess mucous which interferes with digestion. Retail Cost: $60/month's supply.

Item No.Nutri-Powder Extract $60 on month supply

Nutri-Powder Extract (for Horses)
(Powdered Herbal Extracts with Certified Organic Spices)

The herbal extracts in Nutri-Powder Extract are part of a highly esteemed formula in Ayurveda for gastrointestinal health. The extracts contained in Nutri-Powder Extract have been described in the ancient Ayurvedic text Charaka Samhita (1500 B.C.) as a therapeutic agent with balancing and rejuvenating effects. 1

These extracts are traditionally used* to:

MAINTAIN A HEALTHY COLON
IMPROVE DIGESTION
REJUVINATE AND STRENGTHEN TISSUES

Price: $ 60.00 for a 30-day supply. Shipping FREE via UPS Ground.

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BIO-714

BIO 714 -- This is the topical herbal arthritic cream that we spoke about. It is made from 10 different herbs from India. Simply rub it on gently to relieve pain. It can be used for some soreness, too. One application lasts for 3 - 8 hours depending on the severity of pain and the individual horse. Race horse trainers apply BIO 714 to knees, hocks, and part of the horse's back. Retail Cost: $29/4 oz. jar.

Item No.Bio-714 4oz jar $29

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Natural SLM3 (for Horses) - Ulcer Products

Natural SLM3 (for Horses)
(Powdered Herbal Extracts & Wild Crafted Meadowsweet)

A very large number of race horses and performance horses have been found to have ulcers.
Many studies have been performed. We cite two of them here.

Up to 93% of race horses and almost 60% of other performance horses were found to have ulcers.
50% of the horses with ulcers show no outward signs of gastrointestinal disease.

These extracts are traditionally used* to:

PROMOTE the HEALING of ulcers.
BALANCE, MAINTAIN and SOOTHE the stomach and intestine.
PROTECT the stomach lining against damage.

Many of our trainers using Natural SLM3 report that common symptoms of ulcers (including poor performance, picky eating, dull attitude, poor skin color, intermittent diarrhea or particularly foul smelling stool, and colic) begin to disappear in a as little as 7-10 days. Some have used Natural SLM3 to replace Gastrogard® and have gotten excellent results!

Price: $ 75.00 for a 30-day supply. Shipping FREE via UPS Ground.

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Extracts vs Raw Herbs

Eliminate the guesswork about potency

This means the amount of active ingredients in the raw herb varies according to the plant's maturity, location, nutrients in the soil, weather conditions, and chemicals used in growing. With our extracts, each time you feed your horse, you know the potency scientifically.

Free from harmful microbes and other contaminates found in raw herbs

VERY IMORTANTLY, raw herbs can contain very large amounts of many different microbes - e.g. fungus, bacteria, salmonella, and e-coli. Because of state-of-the-art scientific procedures, Walkover Farms' extracts provide standardization and quality assurance that virtually eliminates all of these microbes and totally eliminates all salmonella and e-coli microbes.

Concentrated

Most of our products are concentrated. You will only need to feed your horse a small amount each day (e.g. 9 or 10 grams - about a tablespoon - each day). Therefore, your horse's appetite will not be ruined so that it will eat the other necessary feed and supplements required for its well being.

Shelf life of two years or more

Extracts that are stored properly (e.g. unopened, kept away from direct sun light, stored in a cool, dark place, etc.) have a shelf life of two years or more -- far exceeding the shelf-life of raw herbs.