The equine liver is often referred to as being a part of the digestive system due to its role in production of bile; essential for the absorption of fats and fat soluble vitamins. All blood leaving the intestines and containing digested food must pass through the liver before being distributed across the body.

However, it also plays a role in blood clotting, and is very influential in metabolism amongst other functions. The liver is classified as both an organ and a gland, and is the only tissue that has any significant ability to regenerate itself.

Although Liver disease is uncommon, it is worth noting that over 75% of the liver must be damaged to see clear liver related symptoms of disease – so it is worth looking after! Disease of the liver also has links with insulin resistance and EMS in horses too, due to the relationship between insulin and glycogen and fat production.

So, in short, looking after your horses liver is of extreme importance to their overall wellbeing.

Global Herbs Restore offers the horse some extra help when there has been excessive stress on the systems, such as after harsh weather conditions where sugar and starch levels may be fluctuating more than usual. It can offer itself as a ‘pick me up’ or for more long term use in horses or ponies that require consistent liver support.

Restore can be effectively used at the change of seasons – 4 times yearly, smoothing adaption to new temperatures and weather conditions whilst providing a much needed detox.