{"id":6094,"date":"2022-03-30T12:26:13","date_gmt":"2022-03-30T10:26:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.cavalliecavalieri.com\/2022\/03\/30\/vitamin-c-a-superhero\/"},"modified":"2022-03-30T12:26:14","modified_gmt":"2022-03-30T10:26:14","slug":"vitamin-c-a-superhero","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.cavalliecavalieri.com\/en\/2022\/03\/30\/vitamin-c-a-superhero\/","title":{"rendered":"Vitamin C a superhero"},"content":{"rendered":"

Vitamin C is essential for maintaining healthy organs and tissues<\/h4>
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Vitamin C plays multiple roles in the organism and that is why it must be produced in sufficient quantities. A healthy horse usually produces a sufficient amount and therefore in theory it should not be necessary to add more to its diet, in practice, however this is not always the case. At times, in fact, endogenous production of Vitamin C is reduced or insufficient and therefore horses need it to be integrated in their diet. This, for example, happens during stressful periods when a horse might be unable to keep up with its needs. The most frequent situations arise during periods in which there are shows, transports, management changes and also changing seasons. Vaccinations and medical treatment can also cause stress and therefore require additional anti-oxidants such as Vitamin C.<\/p>

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Understanding why Vitamin C is a good alley for keeping a horse healthy is easy when analysing the situation concerning its main functions: \n<\/p>

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The perfect couple<\/strong> \nVitamin E and Vitamin C act together since one molecule is needed to support the other. If one of the two is lacking then the pair cannot work on their extremely important antioxidizing work.<\/em><\/p>

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Vitamin C<\/h4>
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  • Is a \u2018scavenger\u2019 hence a \u2018cleansing molecule\u2019 as it is able to capture free radicals and neutralise them. <\/li>
  • Vitamin C is a powerful natural antioxidant that is important for the organisms\u2019 workings and above all for immunity activities. <\/li>
  • It is no coincidence that during infections such as influenza we usually take Vitamin C. Taking Vitamin C helps maintain adequate levels of antioxidants in the blood.<\/li><\/ul>
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    \n \nLactating broodmares<\/strong> \n \nUnlike human beings, horses can produce Vitamin C. When foals are still suckling their dams they depend on the Vitamin C contained in the milk so should the broodmare be lacking it they too will and one must therefore ensure that the broodmare is given enough and produces adequate levels of Vitamin C.<\/em> \n \n<\/div> \n<\/div> \n<\/div> \n<\/div><\/figcaption><\/figure>
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    Vitamin C\u2019s impact<\/h4>
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    1. It helps tendons, ligaments and all tissues containing collagen. Vitamin C is needed to form stable collagen which is essential for having robust blood vessels as well as a strong skin, bones and muscles. Furthermore, it is essential for guaranteeing the strength and flexibility of tendons and ligaments as well as bones and cartilages.<\/li>
    2. It helps joints by fighting inflammations such as osteoarthritis. This pathology, which affects joints, develops following inflammations causing pain, swelling and heat in the affected joint.<\/li>
    3. It helps prevent lack of iron: Vitamin C is essential for the absorption of this important mineral.<\/li>
    4. It has a detoxifying effect and is also used to solve a number of forms of intoxication.<\/li>
    5. Older, unwell or stressed horses may suffer from a lack of Vitamin C. As horses get older their bodies\u2019 production of Vitamin C may lessen and it is therefore necessary to consider supplements. It is also helpful for Cushing Syndrome which often affects older horses.<\/li>
    6. It also helps the breathing apparatus to work better in particular in horses with chronic problems such as for example broken winded horses.<\/li>
    7. Vitamin C levels may fall in the course of an infection or following surgery and must therefore be integrated in their diets.<\/li><\/ol>
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        \n \nAntioxidants<\/strong> \n \nThese substances are the organism\u2019s defence mechanism that protect cells and tissues from damage caused by oxidative stress that develops during infections, physical exercise, surgery and chronic illness. This defence system already exists in cells and tissues where the antioxidants neutralise free radicals, but must however be supported through good nutrition and specific supplements. Free radicals are harmful for the organism and speed-up ageing since they damage the DNA, cell membranes and the fat stored in blood vessels and enzymes. They are efficiently dealt with through antioxidants taken with food.<\/em> \n \n<\/div> \n<\/div> \n<\/div> \n<\/div><\/figcaption><\/figure>
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