Ep. 62: Rooted in Science: Feeding Beet Pulp to Horses

Beet pulp, is it a super feed or a risky choice? Used in rations for decades, beet pulp has recently become controversial and a polarizing topic in the horse world. We break down what beet pulp really is, how it fits into a balanced diet, and what the science says.

In this episode, you’ll learn:
-What beet pulp actually is and why it’s low in sugar despite its name
-Why it’s called a “super fiber” and how it supports gut health
-Whether you should soak beet pulp 
-How much beet pulp is safe to feed and what horses can benefit from beet pulp
-How beet pulp impacts calcium–phosphorus ratios and whether it causes “big head disease”
-Whether you should be concerned about  aluminum and glyphosate levels

Beet pulp doesn’t have to be confusing or controversial. Tune in as we separate fact from fiction and bring clarity to this long-debated feed ingredient.

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