Mannose - Feed Ingredient

Mannose is a naturally occurring simple sugar (monosaccharide) and a structural isomer of glucose. It is found in small quantities in fruits and vegetables and is a component of various polysaccharides, such as mannans and glycoproteins. Commercially, mannose is typically produced by hydrolysis of mannans derived from plant sources such as guar gum or ivory nut.

In equine supplements, mannose may be included for its potential role in supporting urinary tract health or modulating immune function, based on findings from other species. There is limited research on the use and efficacy of mannose in horse