We, at Vita-Flex Nutrition, are proud of our reputation as innovators in the field of equine nutrition. We keep our eyes and ears open to the latest research, constantly seeking new nutrients that will benefit your horses. Our most recent discovery is bromelain, which we have added to both Equinyl and Equinyl C. Bromelain is harvested from the heart and stem of the pineapple, and is one of the family of protease nutrients. Dozens of clinical and sports trials have studied proteases for their impact on eicosanoids, the fatty acids from which the body generates prostaglandins and other inflammatory agents. We read the research and decided that bromelain would be the perfect companion to our Equinyl line of body lubricant supplements.
Some folks use it to refer to any beneficial micro-organism for dietary use.
In horses, the stomach and small intestine are unable to digest most of the cellulose in the feed. The small intestine passes on this tough, insoluble fiber to the cecum. The healthy cecum and colon contain large colonies of beneficial bacteria and yeasts. These micro-organisms do most of the work to break down the cellulose and convert it into fatty acids, which can be used for energy. Speed Williams, 3-time PRCA World Champion team roper, just keeps racking up the wins.