Hygain Performa 3 Oil

Omega 3 Vegetable & Fish Oil Supplement

Hygain Performa 3 Oil is a rich source of the three critical Omega 3 fatty acids – alpha-linolenic acid, EPA and DHA – combining vegetable and fish oils with added garlic.

Designed to help restore the Omega 3 to Omega 6 balance, which is out of balance in many equine diets and can affect the wellbeing and performance of the horse.

Why Omega 3 Oils Matter

Omega 3 oils are a group of unsaturated fatty acids that cannot be synthesised by the horse and must therefore be supplied in the diet.

The three essential Omega 3 fatty acids are alpha-linolenic acid, found in vegetable oils such as canola and linseed, and the longer chain eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) and docosahexaenoic acid (DHA), which are only found in fish oil.

Fish Oil for EPA & DHA

As DHA and EPA are absent from plant sources and the horse converts alpha-linolenic acid to DHA and EPA inefficiently, the most direct way to provide these long chain Omega 3s is by supplementation.

Performa 3 Oil contains fish oil, allowing the horse to derive the full benefits of the oil immediately, and provides serious levels of DHA and EPA. Added garlic is included to support immunity.

What the Research Says

Research in human and animal nutrition has identified many advantages of feeding Omega 3 rich oils, particularly DHA and EPA:

• Omega 6 oils have a pro-inflammatory effect on joints, skin and hooves; shifting the balance towards Omega 3 reduces inflammatory responses
• Horses supplemented with fish oil have shown lower heart rates and lower packed cell volumes during exercise, which can favourably affect time to fatigue
• Omega 3 supplementation enhances red blood cell formation, suppleness and flexibility, with improved blood vessel strength, connective tissue elasticity and membrane flexibility
• Lung health improves due to decreased inflammation and improved blood circulation, which can benefit horses with exercise induced pulmonary haemorrhage
• Omega 3 supplementation increases insulin sensitivity, increasing uptake and storage of glucose and the energy available to the horse
• Bone and lipid metabolism is improved
• Cartilage degradation and the pain and inflammation associated with degenerative joint disease such as arthritis are reduced
• Anxiety and stress responses are reduced with fish oil supplementation, including improvement in nervous system structure and function
• DHA-rich Omega 3 supplements benefit breeding stallions by enhancing fertility and improving sperm motility in frozen semen

Ideal For

• Performance and racehorses
• Horses on diets high in Omega 6
• Horses needing joint, skin and hoof support
• Breeding stallions

Key Benefits

• Rich source of ALA, EPA and DHA
• Combines Omega 3 rich vegetable and fish oils
• Fish oil provides long chain Omega 3s directly
• Helps rebalance the Omega 3 to Omega 6 ratio
• Added garlic
• Supports joints, skin, hooves, lungs and blood health

Directions

Refer to the product label for dose rates, or consult your veterinarian.

Complete Omega 3 Support

Combining vegetable and fish oils with garlic, Hygain Performa 3 Oil delivers all three critical Omega 3 fatty acids to support health and performance.

Always read the label and feed according to the manufacturer's directions. Consult your veterinarian or the manufacturer if your horse is unwell, pregnant or on other treatment.