What is Cooked Linseed?
Linseed has been a favourite among horse owners for a long time. While linseed has long been used as a protein source, its value extends far beyond that. Its unique amino acid profile complements hay and fibre-based diets like Speedi-Beet or Fibre-Beet. Linseed provides essential building blocks for muscle repair and growth, particularly important for active horses and maintaining optimal condition and shine.
Why are oil-based calories advantageous?
Calories from oil-based ingredients like Cooked Linseed provide a valuable source of energy for horses, thanks to their high content of long-chain fatty acids. These fatty acids are easily absorbed and offer a steady, slow-release energy compared to starches and sugars. The high-calorie density of Cooked Linseed makes it especially beneficial for horses that are poor doers or in heavy work. It can be included in feed in smaller quantities, delivering significant calories without adding excess bulk.
As an oil-based ingredient, Linseed is also a great source of omega-3 fatty acids, which are vital for maintaining a healthy Omega-3 and Omega-6 ratio. This balance is crucial for supporting a range of bodily functions, including cardiovascular health, inflammation response, and cognitive function.
In addition, Linseed is rich in essential vitamins and minerals, including vitamin E, a powerful antioxidant. It also contains polyphenols—plant compounds with antioxidant properties—offering numerous health benefits, particularly in terms of immune function and inflammation regulation.
How to feed Cooked Linseed?
Traditionally, boiling linseed to prepare it for horses was a lengthy, messy process that also reduced some of its nutritional benefits. Thankfully, modern techniques have allowed us to bring British Horse Feeds’ Cooked Linseed to the market.
Cooked Linseed is very versatile and can be fed in different ways depending on the desired outcome. Listen to Business Development Account Manager Sarah Chantrell explaining more about how to feed it
