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- Horse Temperament: How to use the Balance Formulas
- Learn More About Temperament Types
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1. Horse Temperament: How to use the Balance Formulas
Our Horse Temperament Balance Formulas are unique in their design. Whereas most nutritional supplements balance nutrients within the formula, our Balance Formulas create balance in the horse. Based on the horse’s temperament type, he will have a tendency to deplete in certain nutrients faster when under stress. The Balance Formulas provide nutrients that are specific for the temperament type or the element that is out of balance.
Balance Formulas are not needed when the horse is in balance but when the horse is stressed they can make all the difference. The carefully researched and selected nutrients in each formula provide the extra support for organ systems and emotional stability when the horse is put under pressure. For instance Type A temperament types, like the Fire and Water, secrete more fatty acids into the blood when under equal stress as the more laid back Wood, Earth or Metal horses. This causes a net loss of serum magnesium so we include this nutrient in our Fire and Water Balance Formula. Routinely adding extra magnesium to the diet of a horse that does not need it could cause an imbalance in other minerals.
Magnesium is included in the Metal horse formula for a completely different reason. Metal horses can develop very tense muscles when they are under stress and magnesium helps to offset the action of calcium to cause muscle contraction. Magnesium also helps to support blood flow to the brain when the horse is stressed. The Fire, Water and Metal horses have the most challenges with mental focus when under stress.
Milk Thistle and Red Raspberry are 2 herbs we included in our Wood balance formula to support liver function and hormone balance. Papaya is included in the Fire, Earth and Metal formulas to support digestion during times of stress. Specific amino acids are included in the Balance Formulas to support specific organs or mental processes.
In some cases a horse may need a Balance Formula that is not the same as his temperament. This would be the case if an organ system was weakened or the environment was extreme. For example, if a horse was subjected to toxins or received strong drugs he could be put on a course of the Wood Balance formula to support his liver. An example of environmental extremes would be an Earth horse, that would normally benefit from the drying effects of the Earth Formula, might need the Metal formula if he experienced an extended period of extremely dry weather.
Most nutritional supplements are designed to provide the nutrients needed by all horses for their daily needs when not under stress. Other supplements are designed to provide certain nutrients for healing injuries or illness. Balance Formulas are designed to provide specific nutrients for support during stress based on the horse’s temperament or the element that is out of balance. By providing these nutrients, physical and emotional issues can be avoided and the horse will remain sound longer and be happier.
2. Learn More About Temperament Types
Caring for your horse according to his own individual needs starts with having an understanding of the type he is. In the Horse Harmony book you gain an understanding of the different temperament types and how best to work with and care for each. The sequel to Horse Harmony is Horse Harmony: The Feeding Guide that goes more into the nutritional needs of each temperament type. If you are looking to gain deeper insight into the personality of your horse, how to care for him or her based on individual needs, and how to work with or just get along with your horse better, this information is for you.
Here are some of the resources we have available to help you discover your horse’s temperament type and to help you establish a better relationship with your horse.
Introduction to Five Element Types and Temperaments
Horse Temperament Balancing Formulas
Horse Harmony Kindle book
Horse Harmony and Horse Harmony: The Feeding Guide paperback books, ebooks, and audios
If you need more help determining your horse’s temperament type, we have temperament consultants available to help you. And if you would like to learn even more and possibly become a temperament consultant yourself, there is an online class.
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