Lipal Organic Health

PRODUCT NAME	DESCRIPTION & DIRECTIONS
Hira Ashwagandha	Withania somnifera. True rejuvenating herb. Particularly suitable for older horses and during times of stress. An adaptogenic herb that can regulate important physiological processes. Sitoindosides enhance pathogenic-destroying phagocytes. Ashwagandaholine has calming properties.
Hira Chamomile Calm	From organically grown Matricaria recutita flowers Mildly sedating particularly suitable for the digestive system.30ml and hour before the event. Suitable for use with Hira Omega Oil Complex for minor skin conditions.
Hira Devil's Claw	Harpogophytum procumbens. Herbal extract that may be used to manage a range of conditions. Helps lower blood pressure.Bitter principles act to stimulate liver, gall bladder and lower blood sugar. Devil’s Claw stimulates uterine muscles and should not be given to mares in foal.
Hira Gingko	Herbal bronchiodilator and blood thinner. Reduces clastogenic factors after exposure to radiation.
Hira Equi-Ech	Stimulates the immune system. Increases the body's ability to fight infection. Increases white and red cell production. Echinacea purpurea. May be used during the show season to protect the horse from cross-infection.
Hira Energy Boost	Is a blend of plant substances designed to improve the metabolism of carbohydrates, recovery rates and oxygen levels to muscle fibre. Contains plant substances to assist in increasing muscle bulk.
Hira Eye Bright	Euphrasia officinalis.Taken regularly is said to strengthen the eyesight Used internally as a general tonic.
Hira Happy Horse	Hypericum perforatum. Natures comfort herb. St John's Wort increases levels of seratonin which is responsible for feelings of contentment. Long term treatment Will generally settle the horse making it receptive to training.
Hira Horse Calm	Concentrated Valerian tincture. Fast acting short term sedative and muscle relaxant. 30ml 1 hour before the event Tests positive. Contains Valeriana officinalis. May be useful when clipping nervous horses or introducing to new experiences.
Hira Saw Palmetto	May assist in improving urinary and kidney systems. Contains Serenoa serrulata. Animals fed on these berries were known for their health, vigour and increased strength and weight. It has sedative and tonic properties.
Hira Seda-Horse	This concentrated blend of plant substances act as nerve tonics for the brain, muscular, digestive and skin systems. A concentrated calming blend containing some of the following: chamomile, vervain, hops, scullcap 20-30 ml half an hour before the show.
Hira Scullcap	Mildly sedating, assisting in relaxing over contracted muscles. May be used for anxiety attacks.
Hira Vitex Agnes	Acts on luteinising hormone. It is a relaxant herb that regulates hormonal functions and promotes lactation. Used in conjunction with St John's Wort may reduce marish behaviour.
Hira Yarrow	Has anti-angiogenesis properties. Flavonoids in yarrow flowers encourage circulation, lowers blood pressure and strengthens vascular walls. Its main active ingredient being thujone make it suitable for the treatment of some skin conditions.

Tonics

These consist of a blend of plant concentrates in a base of organic cider vinegar. They are to be regarded more as a long term program. Quantities indicated in the table are a guide only. Contact us for correct doses for your horse.

PRODUCT NAME	DESCRIPTION & DIRECTIONS
Hira Nerve Tonic	Dietary supplement consisting of concentrated nervine extracts formulated to generally settle the horse over a training period.1 -2 tablespoons daily with feed. Contains valerian Discontinue 3 days before an event.
Hira Competition Nerve Tonic	Dietary supplement consisting of concentrated nervine extracts formulated to generally settle the horse over the show season.1 -2 tablespoons daily with feed. A boost of a concentrated nervine like chamomile, or skullcap may be given on the day of the show or event
Hira Cleansing Tonic	Is a concentrated blend of organically grown herbal extracts in organic cider vinegar formulated to improve the body's ability to fully utilize food and to assist in purifying the whole system. Ingredients include ashwagandha, yarrow , nettle, valerian, calendula and echinacea. It assists in flushing uric acid from the system. Hepatic herbs help improve metabolism of food. Assists in balancing pH, suitable for joint and skin conditions. Give one tablespoon daily in feed.
Hira Steady Head Tonic	Dietary supplement formulated to address head shaking issues. Consists of a concentrated blend of herbal extracts.1-2 tablespoons daily in conjunction with Hira Omega Complex. A full dietary program can be customized to your horse's condition to achieve maximum benefits.
Mare's Hormone Tonic	Dietary supplement of concentrated herbal extracts formulated to maintain hormonal health. May be used to help with overly marish behaviour and fertility.
Hira Joint Tonic	Dietary supplement of concentrated herbal extracts formulated to maintain joint health. Ingredients some of which include white willow bark and meadowsweet. 1-2 tablespoons daily.
Hira Immune Tonic	Dietary supplement. A concentrated blend of herbs some of which contain rosehips, echinacea, ashwagandha plus natural vitamin C formulated to provide immune protection. Add 1 -2 tablespoons daily.
Hira Anti-Al Equi Tonic	This tonic consists of a concentrated blend of herbal extracts some of which are ashwagandha, nettle, scullcap formulated to address environmental stresses Between 2-3 tablespoons daily.

Feeds, Oils and Supplements

These consist of dietary supplements and feed boosts that may be added to the daily feed regime. Hira Labs also offers a natural feed program to address particular conditions, prevention of degenerative diseases and how to improve your horse's general performance.

PRODUCT NAME	DESCRIPTION & DIRECTIONS
Hira Omega Complex Oil	Consists of a balanced blend of Omega 3, 9 and 6 oils, plant based anti oxidants, tocopherol oil and oil-soluble vitamin C. As a general health supplement 2-3 tablespoons added to feed daily. Particularly suited to minor skin conditions. Formulated to balance the prostaglandins E1 and E3 against E2 Bottled in dark glass.
Hira Flaxseed Oil with Vitamins C and E	Organic cold pressed flaxseed oil in an amber glass bottle. 2 tablespoons added daily to feed will supply the body with health-giving essential fatty acids. Bottled in dark glass and protected from the formation of trans-fatty acids
Hira Flaxseed Meal with garlic and kelp	A high soluble and insoluble fibre (free from cyanogenic glycosides) feed that can be added to your horse's daily diet. It is a non heating product that will help fatten and condition your horse. It also will darken the coat as well as providing additional sheen. 3-5 cups daily.
Hira Meadow Muesli	'Prairie in a Bucket'. Hira Meadow Muesli is a nutrient dense feed consisting of a blend of more than ten herbs, which can be used during times of convalescence to which herbal tinctures and tonics may be added. Or may be used in conjunction with the horse’s normal feed . Between 100 -200gm daily
Hira Conditioning Feed Boost	A herbal and natural mineral supplement boost formulated to stimulate appetite, the liver and digestive processes. Suitable for picky eaters and poor doers. Half a cup daily. This blend will darken the coat and improve hoof and skin condition. Suitable for use with Hira's Natural Feed Program

Ointments, Creams and Sprays

These products are for topical application and have been formulated to ensure phtyo integrity is preserved.

PRODUCT NAME	DESCRIPTION & DIRECTIONS
Hira Arnica Cream	A cream consisting of arnica oil. May be used on minor skin conditions. Not to be used on broken skin.. Concentrated blend of macerated arnica petals
Hira Calendula Cream	A soothing cream with calendula and evening primrose oil. Suitable for minor skin conditions. Increases oxygen levels to the skin. Suitable for the regeneration of hair where there are bald patches. Suitable for application around the mouth/bit areas.
Hira Hyperdula Cream	A blend of St John's Wort and Calendula suitable for minor skin irritations and as a general topical cream. Generally soothing.
Hira Joint Cream	A massage cream suitable for use on limbs and muscle groups. Contains capsaicin which stimulates the production of substance P which helps reduce discomfort.
Hira Equi-St John's Cream	A cream with concentrated levels of St John's Wort extract. Acts on nerve endings and suitable for use on minor skin conditions.
Hira Hyperdula Spray	This sterile spray consists of a blend of calendula and St John's Wort. May be used around the girth area where there is minor chafing.
Hira Coronet Cream	Dietary supplement. A concentrated blend of herbs some of which contain rosehips, echinacea, ashwagandha plus natural vitamin C formulated to provide immune protection. Add 1 -2 tablespoons daily.

PRODUCT PROFILES

HIRA MEADOW MUESLI

Hira Laboratories have formulated a herbal feed mix that resembles the range of herbs horses would have browsed in their natural state. Horses originally did not suffer from the degenerative conditions we see now. The plant material would have consisted of a greater range of minerals, vitamins, and phyto nutrients. The diet would have had a greater proportion of soluble and insoluble fibre and they would have foraged for bitter herbs that stimulate the liver and digestive system. They would not have had as many high-energy concentrates as are being fed now. Hira Meadow Muesli ideally should be used in combination with Conditioning Feed Boost as part of the Natural Feed program.

Ingredients

High quality protein                             30- 35%
Soluble and insoluble fibre                    35- 40%
Unrefined oils including Omega 3            7-10 %

Natural source of plant pectins, lignans, mucilages, Quercitins, carotenes and phytonutrients.

A range of dried roots, leaves and flowers some of which include echinacae, licorice, marshmallow, lemon balm and many more.

Benefits

. This natural source of biologically available minerals and vitamins is naturally balanced and is easily absorbed.

. Suitable for use as a convalescent feed for a range of conditions.

. Natural digestive, mucilage and liver stimulant herbs make it suitable for horses with ulcers, and digestive problems.

. Improves coat quality and the condition of hooves.

. May be regarded as a non-heating feed source due to the levels of soluble and insoluble fibres.

. Lignans and herbs act as a natural gentle detox supplement.

. Improves feed conversion rates with out heating the horse.

Feeding Guide

Hira Muesli can be added to an existing regime to enhance utilization of all nutrients as well as providing additional nutritional concentrates. May be fed as part of a natural feed program where it is added to a grain like barley or oats, chaff, millet and high quality oils.

Hacks 100gm to 200gm daily

Ponies 50gm to 100gm daily

HIRA OMEGA COMPLEX OIL

This omega oil blend has been formulated to ensure that there is minimal oxidation of the highly unstable fatty acids and has had a range of oil soluble vitamins and phyto anti-oxidants. Further, a specially macerated oil containing a plant root note for its health enhancing properties has been added. Bottled in dark pharmaceutical glass and stored in a controlled environment to exclude, light, heat and oxygen.

Ingredients

. Contains a blend of high quality Alpha and gamma linolenic acids.

. Mixed with its own naturally occurring anti-oxidants carotenoids.

. Contains additional oil soluble Vitamin C and Vitamin E.

. This blend of omega oils offer all of the essential amino acids, the ones the body requires but cannot manufacture.

. It contains all the major minerals ( potassium, phosphorous, magnesium, calcium, sulphur, iron, zinc sodium chlorine) plus trace elements manganese, silicon copper, fluorine, aluminium, nickel, cobalt, iodine, molybdenum, selenium and chromium).

Research

General: Fats (Lipids) are vital for all growth processes, renewal of cells, brain and nerve function, sensory organs and metabolism of food. Energy sources are based on lipid metabolism. The plasma inside the cell has a web of tiny electrically charged lipid veins. To function properly cells require polyunsaturated live (Omega 3 oils).

Minor Skin Problems have been partly related to Omega 3 deficiency.

Circulatory: Many horses suffer from an oxygen shortage simply because they are deficient in these oxygen-active lipids. This will improve performance and help with recovery time after a race. It will also help protect muscle fibre due to over exertion.

Fitness Boost: This vitally important type of fat contains accumulated energy in its electron clouds which can be instantly mobilised and rushed into action as required. The omega oil blend steps up the metabolism and assists in the oxygenation of every cell.

Cancer: Precancerous conditions were always without exception deficient in linoleic acid. Omega Oils will provide the necessary fatty acids to balance Prostaglandin and enhance the immune system.

Benefits

. May be used to improve coat quality and general condition.

. May be used in conjunction with Hira Equi-Anti Al for minor skin conditions.

. May be used in conjunction with Hira Gingko and Echinacea for bronchial conditions.

. Suitable for use with Hira Energy Sports Boost to Improve performance in race horses.

. May be use in conjunction with Hira Mega Joint Tonic to improve Joint health.

Feeding Guide

5 to 20ml of Omega Oil Complex added to feed daily.

CAUTION:

Do not leave this product in direct sunlight ,and always keep container in the fridge and close the stopper immediately after use. Administer within 5 minutes of opening.

HIRA CONDITIONING FEED BOOST

This product has been formulated to be used in conjunction with our natural feed program. It will provide a fully balanced blend of naturally occurring minerals, liver stimulants and in particular, digestive herbs. May be used in cases where the horse is a picky eater or poor doer.

Ingredients

Plant based methionine, biotin, chromium, cholin, cyanose, bio-minerals.

Phtyo nutrients Withaferin A, Withanolides, curcurmin, alkamides, sesquiterpenes, inulin. azulene, borneol, camphor, cineole, terpinole, euginole, thujone, lactones, flavonoids, tannins, coumarins, saponins, achilleine.

Herbs Tonic, bitter and demulcent.

Other products some of which include rosehip meal, a variety of oil seeds, grains etc.

Benefits

. Hira Conditioning Feed Boost may be added to existing feed regime to provide an additional nutritional component.

. Will assist in putting on condition without heating the horse.

. Bitter herbs will stimulate the digestive system to utilise all the food digested.

. Herbs that act on the liver to improve the digestive and metabolic processes.

. Tonic herbs that address all systems, provide easily absorbed essential minerals, anti-oxidants.

. Chromium found in yellow spices helps the body to utilise insulin, stabilise blood-sugar levels and assists in increasing muscle mass.

. Digestive aromatic seeds to stimulate appetite.

. Magnesium in artichoke, nettle, comfrey, mullein, meadowsweet.

. Iron in chicory, comfrey, dandelion, parsley, nettle, hops.

Feeding Guide

100 to 200grams to be added to feed daily.