Special Manufacturing Process – Chelated Organic Iron, Copper & Zinc
Due to the unique manufacturing process, our chelated organic iron, copper and zinc remain chelated, even in solution. They have over 100 times the bonding strength and over 10 times more chelated mineral in solution than other leading organic products. This enables more of the mineral to reach the site of absorption for greater utilization. In addition to the results seen in performance horses, university studies have shown faster hoof growth and greater hip height in yearling horses.
Why Epoch Plant-Derived Trace Minerals?
The Problem
Over time, intensive farming practices have depleted elements and minerals from the soil, degrading the nutritional value of plants and food. As a result, many of the important minerals are no longer available in feeds. Ongoing research has clearly demonstrated a relationship between deficiencies in micronutrients and physical health.
Commercial mineral supplements are insufficient to bridge the gap. The very large molecules of rock or salt based minerals are difficult for the body to digest and the hydrophobic nature (water repelling) results in low bioavailability. As a result, your horse receives only a small fraction of the elements and minerals important for peak health.
The Solution
Epoch Trace Minerals are sourced from a pre-historic plant deposit known as Senonian Vegetate, which dates back to a time when the soil was rich in vital nutrients, elements and minerals. Senonian Vegetate is preserved deep within the Cretaceous Strata (rock strata from the Cretaceous epoch), pristine and protected from the effects of fertilizer stress.
Unlike typical large molecule commercial minerals, Epoch plant-derived minerals consists of extremely small molecules. As a result of significantly improved bioavailability and digestibility, Epoch is able to deliver a rich, complete, full-spectrum of nutrition to support the health and performance of your horse.