By stimulating acupressure points, you can help maintain the energetic balance of your horse’s body, encouraging defense against environmental toxins
oil spill in the Gulf, toxins have no borders. Acid rain falls heavily on the pastures in which our horses graze. Nitrates from fertilizers, pesticides, and other sources dissolve into the water supply.
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Tere was a time when more than 100 different types of grasses grew in pastures; now that number is a mere 10-20 different grasses. Te depletion of natural grasses and the increased amount of environmental toxins creates an environment where horses struggle to survive. Te grass hay we feed our horses is equally exposed to environmental
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ur global environment is intricately inter-related. From an erupting volcano in Iceland to an
contaminants, not the least of which is the potential for molds, fungi and other forms of mycotoxins due to storage. Some horses are exposed to pesticides sprayed directly onto their bodies and ______________
You, as your horse’s guardian, can offer your horse an acupressure session to
support his natural ability to manage the toxins he _cannot avoid.
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Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) can help support your horse’s health by building his immune system, aiding in digestion and nutrient absorption, and detoxifying his body.
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rom a Chinese Medicine point of view, if the body’s resistance is strong,
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