{"id":7298152890427,"title":"Mad Barn 3:1 Zinc Copper","handle":"mad-barn-3-1-zinc-copper","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMad Barn’s 3:1 Zinc Copper\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003esupplement provides the essential minerals Zinc (Zn) and Copper (Cu) in the correct three to one ratio to balance most equine diets. One scoop supplies the recommended\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e300 mg of zinc and 100 mg copper\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003efor a 500 kg horse.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e3:1 Zinc Copper\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003epowder is composed of Bioplex® Zinc and Copper. Bioplex® trace minerals are organic minerals in the form of proteinates meaning they are bound to amino acids. This makes them more readily absorbed and metabolized in the body compared to inorganic minerals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBioplex® Zinc proteinate and Copper proteinate are chelated minerals that have higher bioavailability compared to inorganic minerals, improved safety and\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eimproved utilization\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eby the body.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCopper and zinc are required for the horse to make\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ekeratin\u003c\/strong\u003e, a protein that is found in\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ehair and hooves\u003c\/strong\u003e. Horses with low levels of copper and zinc might have a coat that is\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003efrizzy, dull, or discolored\u003c\/strong\u003e. Zinc and copper supplied in a 3:1 ratio supports a shiny, healthy coat and healthy skin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOptimal intake of these minerals helps\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003esupport strong hooves\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eand helps to prevent hoof wall cracks, thrush and\/or white line issues. Copper and zinc proteinates have been shown to support a strong hoof structure and lower the incidence of hoof wall separation.\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003csup\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/madbarn.com\/product\/zinc-copper\/#ref1\" class=\"reference-link\"\u003e[1]\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003csup\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/madbarn.com\/product\/zinc-copper\/#ref2\" class=\"reference-link\"\u003e[2]\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCopper and zinc work together as\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eco-factors for the antioxidant\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eenzyme copper\/zinc superoxide dismutase which is found in all cells of the body.\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOlder horses and heavily exercised horses\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ehave a high need for antioxidant support from the diet and might benefit for copper and zinc supplementation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHorses that are low in these essential minerals might be more\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eprone to infections\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003elike mud fever or rain scald because of inadequate antioxidant status.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHorses with\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ehigh levels of iron\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ein the diet are likely to require supplemental zinc and copper to keep these three minerals in proper balance. Excess iron intake\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003einterferes with absorption\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eof copper and zinc from feed sources. A ratio of 4:3:1 of iron to zinc to copper is ideal in the equine feeding program to enable optimal absorption and utilization of these minerals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExcess iron intake\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ecan contribute to Cushing’s\/PPID, insulin resistance, equine metabolic syndrome, laminitis, and liver damage. Adding copper and zinc to the diet may help counteract the negative effects of high iron and\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003esupport metabolic health and liver function\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMad Barn’s\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/madbarn.com\/product\/aminotrace\/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eAminoTrace+\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eis a\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ecomplete vitamin and mineral premix\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ethat has high levels of zinc and copper. A typical serving size provides 760mg zinc and 300mg copper. It was developed specifically for horses with metabolic concerns, laminitis, and\/or high iron intake. Horses that are already on our AminoTrace+ do not typically need additional zinc and copper in their diet.\u003c\/p\u003e","published_at":"2024-08-23T15:37:30-04:00","created_at":"2024-08-23T15:37:30-04:00","vendor":"The Split Rail Country Store","type":"","tags":[],"price":0,"price_min":0,"price_max":0,"available":true,"price_varies":false,"compare_at_price":null,"compare_at_price_min":0,"compare_at_price_max":0,"compare_at_price_varies":false,"variants":[{"id":41815125393467,"title":"Default Title","option1":"Default Title","option2":null,"option3":null,"sku":"","requires_shipping":true,"taxable":true,"featured_image":null,"available":true,"name":"Mad Barn 3:1 Zinc Copper","public_title":null,"options":["Default Title"],"price":0,"weight":0,"compare_at_price":null,"inventory_management":null,"barcode":"","requires_selling_plan":false,"selling_plan_allocations":[]}],"images":["\/\/splitrailcountrystore.com\/cdn\/shop\/files\/Zinc-Copper-Horse-Supplement-Mad-Barn-768x768.png?v=1724441736"],"featured_image":"\/\/splitrailcountrystore.com\/cdn\/shop\/files\/Zinc-Copper-Horse-Supplement-Mad-Barn-768x768.png?v=1724441736","options":["Title"],"media":[{"alt":null,"id":24753564942395,"position":1,"preview_image":{"aspect_ratio":1.0,"height":768,"width":768,"src":"\/\/splitrailcountrystore.com\/cdn\/shop\/files\/Zinc-Copper-Horse-Supplement-Mad-Barn-768x768.png?v=1724441736"},"aspect_ratio":1.0,"height":768,"media_type":"image","src":"\/\/splitrailcountrystore.com\/cdn\/shop\/files\/Zinc-Copper-Horse-Supplement-Mad-Barn-768x768.png?v=1724441736","width":768}],"requires_selling_plan":false,"selling_plan_groups":[],"content":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMad Barn’s 3:1 Zinc Copper\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003esupplement provides the essential minerals Zinc (Zn) and Copper (Cu) in the correct three to one ratio to balance most equine diets. One scoop supplies the recommended\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e300 mg of zinc and 100 mg copper\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003efor a 500 kg horse.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e3:1 Zinc Copper\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003epowder is composed of Bioplex® Zinc and Copper. Bioplex® trace minerals are organic minerals in the form of proteinates meaning they are bound to amino acids. This makes them more readily absorbed and metabolized in the body compared to inorganic minerals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBioplex® Zinc proteinate and Copper proteinate are chelated minerals that have higher bioavailability compared to inorganic minerals, improved safety and\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eimproved utilization\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eby the body.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCopper and zinc are required for the horse to make\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ekeratin\u003c\/strong\u003e, a protein that is found in\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ehair and hooves\u003c\/strong\u003e. Horses with low levels of copper and zinc might have a coat that is\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003efrizzy, dull, or discolored\u003c\/strong\u003e. Zinc and copper supplied in a 3:1 ratio supports a shiny, healthy coat and healthy skin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOptimal intake of these minerals helps\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003esupport strong hooves\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eand helps to prevent hoof wall cracks, thrush and\/or white line issues. Copper and zinc proteinates have been shown to support a strong hoof structure and lower the incidence of hoof wall separation.\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003csup\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/madbarn.com\/product\/zinc-copper\/#ref1\" class=\"reference-link\"\u003e[1]\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003csup\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/madbarn.com\/product\/zinc-copper\/#ref2\" class=\"reference-link\"\u003e[2]\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCopper and zinc work together as\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eco-factors for the antioxidant\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eenzyme copper\/zinc superoxide dismutase which is found in all cells of the body.\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOlder horses and heavily exercised horses\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ehave a high need for antioxidant support from the diet and might benefit for copper and zinc supplementation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHorses that are low in these essential minerals might be more\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eprone to infections\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003elike mud fever or rain scald because of inadequate antioxidant status.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHorses with\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ehigh levels of iron\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ein the diet are likely to require supplemental zinc and copper to keep these three minerals in proper balance. Excess iron intake\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003einterferes with absorption\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eof copper and zinc from feed sources. A ratio of 4:3:1 of iron to zinc to copper is ideal in the equine feeding program to enable optimal absorption and utilization of these minerals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExcess iron intake\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ecan contribute to Cushing’s\/PPID, insulin resistance, equine metabolic syndrome, laminitis, and liver damage. Adding copper and zinc to the diet may help counteract the negative effects of high iron and\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003esupport metabolic health and liver function\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMad Barn’s\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/madbarn.com\/product\/aminotrace\/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eAminoTrace+\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eis a\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ecomplete vitamin and mineral premix\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ethat has high levels of zinc and copper. A typical serving size provides 760mg zinc and 300mg copper. It was developed specifically for horses with metabolic concerns, laminitis, and\/or high iron intake. Horses that are already on our AminoTrace+ do not typically need additional zinc and copper in their diet.\u003c\/p\u003e"}