Stamox Horse 400g

StamoxVet beetroot concentrate for racehorses

Stamox beetroot concentrate is becoming increasingly popular among athletes, including StamoxVet for racehorses, due to its potential to enhance performance and improve overall health. The main components of StamoxVet beetroot concentrate that contribute to these benefits are its high nitrate content, betaine, and several bioactive compounds with antioxidant properties and other beneficial effects. When consumed, "dietary nitrates" (nitrates bound to nutrients) are converted in the body into nitric oxide (NO), which plays a crucial role in various physiological processes.

Benefits of StamoxVet for racehorses

1. Improved blood circulation and oxygen supply

• Nitric oxide production: Nitric oxide is a vasodilator, meaning it helps relax and dilate blood vessels. This can lead to improved blood flow and a more efficient supply of oxygen and nutrients to the muscles during exercise. For racehorses, better oxygenation can increase endurance and reduce fatigue.
• Improved muscle performance: Improved blood flow and oxygen supply can also make muscle contractions more efficient, allowing horses to maintain their speed and endurance for longer periods.

2. Increased endurance and stamina

• Reduction in oxygen consumption: Scientific studies on human athletes have shown that Stamox beetroot concentrate can reduce oxygen consumption during submaximal exercise, meaning muscles require less oxygen to perform the same work. This can be particularly beneficial for racehorses, helping them sustain high-intensity training for longer periods.
• Delaying fatigue: By improving the efficiency of energy production in the muscles, StamoxVet beetroot concentrate can help delay fatigue, allowing horses to maintain peak performance throughout the race.

3. Improved recovery

• Reduction of inflammation: StamoxVet beetroot concentrate is rich in antioxidants, which can help reduce inflammation and oxidative stress in muscles after intense exercise. This can promote faster recovery and reduce the risk of injury or overtraining in racehorses.
• Faster muscle repair: The improved blood flow provided by nitric oxide also supports the faster delivery of nutrients needed for muscle repair, including the removal of lactic acid, resulting in faster recovery times after training and racing.

4. General health benefits

• Immune system support: The antioxidants in StamoxVet beetroot concentrate can support the immune system and protect racehorses from infections and diseases that could impair their performance.
• Digestive Health: StamoxVet Beetroot Concentrate contains several compounds that can promote healthy digestion, which is important for maintaining the overall health and well-being of horses.

Scientific basis

• Human studies: Research in human athletes has shown that supplementing with beetroot juice can improve time trial performance, reduce oxygen consumption during exercise, and prolong time to exhaustion. For example, a study published in the Journal of Applied Physiology found that beetroot juice improved the performance of endurance athletes by increasing the efficiency of mitochondrial ATP production (the cell's energy currency).
• Equine studies: While specific research on StamoxVet beetroot concentrate in racehorses is limited, studies on nitrate supplementation in animals suggest similar benefits. For example, research on equine exercise physiology has shown that dietary nitrates can improve cardiovascular function and muscle oxygenation, potentially leading to improved performance in endurance activities.
• Nitric oxide and muscle function: The role of nitric oxide in vasodilation and muscle oxygenation is well documented in the scientific literature, providing a strong theoretical basis for the use of StamoxVet to improve athletic performance, including in racehorses.

Practical considerations

• Dosage: The optimal dosage for horses is still being investigated, but it is generally recommended to start with a small amount and monitor the horse's response. A 500 kg horse may need between 20 and 100 grams, administered three hours before a race.
• Timing: To maximize performance benefits, beetroot juice should be administered a few hours before exercise to allow sufficient time for nitrates to be converted into nitric oxide.
• Monitoring: As with any supplement, it is important to monitor the horse for possible side effects and consult a veterinarian to ensure that the dosage and administration are appropriate for the individual horse.
• Considerations: Nitrate is an active compound in StamoxVet, but excessive ingestion can lead to acute toxicity. Therefore, administering more than 200 grams is not recommended. Acute poisoning is unlikely unless a horse ingests 1000 grams or more. However, if other feed or drinking water also contains significant amounts of nitrate, 1000 grams (1 kg) of StamoxVet powder may be excessive. Using a maximum of 200 grams is considered a safe but high dose.

Conclusion

StamoxVet Beetroot Concentrate offers a range of potential benefits for racehorses, from improved oxygenation and endurance to better recovery and overall health. While further research is needed to fully understand its effects in sport horses, scientific evidence from human studies and related animal studies supports its use as a natural performance enhancer.

Composition:

Beetroot Root Extract (Botanical Source Beta Vulgaris, Part Used: Root)

Preservatives: Sodium Benzoate & Sodium Propionate, Stabilizer: Ascorbic Acid,

Average nutritional values ​​per 100g: Natural plant sugars 82g, Sodium 1.0g, Potassium 0.6g

Ingredients: Crude protein: 6.7, Crude fat: 0.4, Carbohydrates: 82, Crude ash: 2, No added nutrients.

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The inventor of Stamox and StamoxVet is Dr. Nils Reither.

He received his doctorate in 1990 from the Faculty of Veterinary Medicine in Utrecht, Netherlands, and has worked as a practicing veterinarian in Norway, Sweden, and New Zealand.

Manufacturer No.: NO13051081