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Days in Horse Country – Minerals for Good Health 
Just like us humans, horses need minerals to keep their bodies functioning property and running at peak efficiency.
The major minerals horses need are much the same as what we require: calcium, magnesium, phosphorus, potassium, sodium, chloride and sulfur. Horses also require trace minerals: cobalt, copper, iodine, iron, manganese, selenium and zinc.
All of these minerals come together to help horses metabolize fats, proteins and carbohydrates. They also work to keep muscles, nerves and bones functioning properly.
The best way to ensure that your horse is getting the minerals it needs is to feed a good diet; consisting of quality hay, pasture, and/or commercial feed. If the hay in your area is lacking any of these minerals, your veterinarian will advise you how to best supplement your horse’s diet. The addition of mineral blocks to the paddocks, or your horse’s stalls, is always a great way to ensure that your horse is getting what it needs.
Michael