{"product_id":"copper-plus-1kg","title":"Copper Plus 1kg","description":"\u003ch4\u003eProduct Description\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCopper is a key trace mineral and plays many important roles in the body, including:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRed blood cell production and in particular the formation of the oxygen-carrying pigment haemoglobin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAs a key component in antioxidant enzymes, helping support muscle health and reduce oxidative stress.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAs a key co-factor in enzymes which help maintain strength and flexibility in connective tissue such as tendons and ligaments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBone production and development, and is vital for correct skeletal development in young horses\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe production of myelin, the protective covering of nerve cells\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeratin synthesis for healthy skin, mane and tail hair and hoof production\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAs a key component in enzymes responsible for the production of skin pigments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCopper interacts closely with Zinc and Vitamin B12, and both these micronutrients are provided in Copper Plus Powder, to help maintain the correct ratios in the overall diet. Key antioxidants Vitamin E and controlled levels of Selenium are also provided to support Copper 's role as an important co-factor in antioxidant enzymes, helping to protect muscles and other cells from oxidative damage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMany UK pastures and forages are either low or marginal in Copper, and Copper supplementation may be required in specific cases where forage levels are known to be low or marginal, or where are high levels of Copper antagonists such as iron or sulphur are present in the feed or forage, which may interfere with Copper absorption.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eCopper Plus Powder\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ewill help to correct a lack of Copper in the diet, with safe and controlled levels, from bio-available sources.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSeek professional advice if a Copper deficiency is suspected, either from a qualified nutritionist or your veterinary surgeon.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat are the benefits of Copper Plus Powder?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eCopper -\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eis provided from two sources, to ensure optimum bio-availability and help correct sub-optimal intakes:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e50% from the chelate of glycine hydrate\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e50% from Copper sulphate\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eZinc -\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eis included to help maintain correct overall dietary ratios and ensure optimum bioavailability:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e50% from the chelate of glycine hydrate\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e50% from Zinc oxide\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eVitamin B12 -\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eto support red blood cell production\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eVitamin E and Selenium -\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eto provide additional antioxidant support\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eDirections For Use\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor horses and large ponies; 20g per day. For smaller ponies; 15g per day. Do not exceed 20g per day unless under professional advice. 20g (approx.) measure enclosed.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dirty Horse \u0026 Muddy Boots ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":62837617164618,"sku":"226-UK","price":33.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0851\/8467\/6170\/files\/1_2c7a2887-fa70-4f43-8bde-cd6c07dd8b8e.webp?v=1785676644","url":"https:\/\/www.dirtyhorse.co.uk\/products\/copper-plus-1kg","provider":"Dirty Horse \u0026 Muddy Boots ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}