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Beta Glucan - Feed Ingredient
Beta Glucan refers to a group of soluble dietary fibers composed of β-D-glucose polysaccharides, found in the cell walls of cereals such as oats and barley, as well as in yeast, fungi, and some types of algae. The structure and source of beta glucan influence its viscosity and physiological effects.
In equine nutrition, beta glucans are primarily included for their functional properties rather than as nutrient sources. From cereal sources (like oats), beta glucans may contribute to digestive viscosity and glycemic regulation, while yeast-derived beta glucans are commonly added to supplements for their potential immunomodulatory effects. These fibers may help support the intestinal barrier and stimulate aspects of the innate immune response.
The inclusion of beta glucan in feed or supplements depends on the intended application—cereal-derived beta glucans are naturally present in ingredients like oat bran, while purified yeast beta glucans are added in small, measured amounts
The following equine feeds, supplements and products contain Beta Glucan as an ingredient.
Feeds, Supplements & Products
Optimum Digestive Health Pellets (Mad Barn)
Digestion
Feed Efficiency
Gut Health
ProbioticOptimum Digestive Health from Mad Barn is a probiotic and prebiotic supplement designed to support hindgut health in the horse. It helps to maintain a stable microflora and promote immune health.
AgriMune DP (Dispersible Powder) (Agri Feed International)
DigestionGut Health
Immunity
YeastAgriMune DP is a gut health supplement for agriculture species that provides prebiotics and probiotics. It contains mannanoligosaccharides, beta glucans, and yeast culture.
Fifteen Plus (Equine Premium)
Gut HealthImmunity
Joints
SeniorFifteen Plus by Equine Premium is a supplement intended for senior horses. It is designed to support gut, immune, and joint health.
Foal Starter Paste (DAC)
Foal
Health
PrebioticProbioticFoal Starter Paste by DAC is a gut- and joint-health supplement formulated to support the overall well-being of young foals. It contains a blend of prebiotics, probiotics, and amino acids designed to promote a healthy developing microbiome and encourage proper growth and development.
Gut X (100 X Equine)
Competition HorsesGut Health
Hindgut
PerformanceGut X from 100 X Equine is a liquid gut supplement for horses. Gut X is intended to prevent gastric ulcers, and support immune response. This supplement is USEF and FEI compliant.
Magic Mineral (Farrier’s Magic)
Coat Quality
Hoof Health
Mineral Balance
VitaminsMagic Mineral is a supplement intended for equines of all ages. The supplement helps support healthy hooves and coats.
Natural Digestive Support – BioEquine Supplement
DigestionMineral BalanceProbiotic
Toxin BinderBioEquine Natural Digestive Support is an equine gut health supplement containing probiotics, toxin binders, Diatomaceous Earth, minerals, vitamins and amino acids.
No.21 Ease & Excel (Baileys Horse Feeds)
Caloric Energy
FiberGut Health
UlcersNo.21 Ease & Excel from Baileys Horse Feeds is intended for excitable horses that need calories for condition and performance and those prone to gastric ulcers. This feed contains 18% fiber high in pectins and helps protect the stomach lining.
Protek GI (Kelato)
DigestionGut HealthHealthHindgutProtek GI by Kelato is a supplement intended to support overall digestive health in horses.
Relyne GI (Resolvet)
DigestionGut HealthImmunityUlcersRelyne GI is a liquid digestive supplement containing hyaluronan and beta-glucan. Hyaluronan, otherwise known as hyaluronic acid is found in connective tissue, while beta-glucan is a form of soluble fibre.
SmartCombo Senior Ultra (SmartPak)
Gut HealthHoof HealthJointsSeniorSmartCombo Senior Ultra is a pelleted supplement intended for senior horses containing glucosamine, chondroitin sulfate, hyaluronic acid, MSM, biotin, omega 3 fatty acids, probiotics, prebiotics, and digestive enzymes.
SmartCombo Ultra Pellets (SmartPak)
Coat QualityHoof HealthJointsYeastThis supplement made for horses by SmartPak is meant to support the health of hooves, joints, coat, and digestion. It is pelleted and contains yeast.
SmartDigest Ultra Pellets (SmartPak)
DigestionHealthHindgut
NutritionSmartDigest Ultra Pellets from SmartPak is a pelleted gut health supplement. SmartDigest Ultra Pellets are formulated with probiotics, prebiotics, and Diamond V® yeast culture intended to promote healthy digestive function.
SmartDigest Ultra Powder (SmartPak)
DigestionGut HealthHealthNutritionSmartDigest Ultra Powder from SmartPak is a pelleted gut health supplement. SmartDigest Ultra Powder is formulated with probiotics, prebiotics, and Diamond V® yeast culture intended to promote healthy digestive function.
SmartPerform Liquid (SmartPak)
Gut HealthHealthJoints
RecoverySmartPerform Liquid by SmartPak is a liquid gastric and joint supplement designed for all working classes of horses. It is formulated with jiaogulan, aloe vera, and hydrolyzed collagen.
Total Gut Health (Ramard)
ColicDigestionGut HealthHindgutTotal Gut Health from AniMed is a digestive health supplement. It is meant to help with absorption and gut health while also decreasing the chance of colic or discomfort in the intestines. It contributes to the protective layers of the bowel and supports normal stool.
Total Gut Health Syringe (Ramard)
ColicGut HealthMineral BalanceVitaminsTotal Gut Health Syringe from Ramard is meant to support the entire digestive tract of horses. It aims to decrease the risk of colic and support gut health. It contains minerals and Vitamin E.
Zorien Gold (Novus)
Feed EfficiencyGut HealthPrebioticYeastZORIEN® Gold is a yeast-based feed additive used as a prebiotic ingredient in livestock diets. It is a source of mannan oligosaccharides (MOS) and beta-glucans.
