Omega-3

Algae oil

Schizochytrium · DHA/EPA

Mechanism

Algenöl liefert die langkettigen Omega-3-Fettsäuren DHA und EPA direkt — anders als Leinöl (ALA), das beim Pferd nur begrenzt umgewandelt wird. Diskutiert werden Effekte auf entzündliche Balance, Haut/Fell und Spermaqualität bei Hengsten. Vegan und frei von marinen Schadstoffen.

Cautions

· Hochwertige, oxidationsstabile Qualität wählen

Sources

JEVSDHA supplementation in horses and stallions

PMID:33866431Christmann et al. 2021 (Metabolomics) — DHA/EPA-Einbau in equines Plasma/Synovia/Surfactant

PMID:34228797White-Springer et al. 2021 (J Anim Sci) — Diätetische Omega-3 und Vitamin-E-Status, Pferd

Equiterna Score

82/100

high overall

Science7.7/10

Practical experience8.5/10

Safety8.4/10

Overall score scale

high overall75–100solid55–74limited0–54

How the Equiterna Score is built

The Equiterna Score combines three dimensions into a value of 0-100: science (40%), practical experience (30%) and safety (30%). It is transparently derived from evidence level, attributed sources (PubMed/journals), legal classification and cautions. The FEI doping status is shown separately as a competition-law note and does not enter the score. Commissions and vendor relationships have no influence on the score. In addition, the editorial safety rating caps the result: it limits the safety dimension and the overall tier (orange: at most solid). For entries rated red, no score is calculated at all. The rating never raises anything — a green rating does not lift a calculated value.

An editorial assessment of the evidence and safety situation — not a healing claim and not an individual recommendation. It does not replace veterinary advice.

Dosageproduct-specific (g DHA+EPA/day), introduce gradually

AMG statusComplementary feed

FEI statusNot listed

SafetyVery safe

Evidencemoderate

Knowledge connections

Journal articles on this compound

Omega-3 beim Pferd — Leinöl, Algenöl oder Lachsöl? →Sommerekzem verstehen — der Mechanismus hinter dem Juckreiz →

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Frequently asked questions

Is Algae oil a feed or a veterinary medicine for horses?

Equiterna classes Algae oil as “Complementary feed”. Legal framework: Regulation (EU) 2019/6 / TAMG (DE/AT), Feed Regulation (EC) 767/2009.

Is Algae oil allowed at FEI competitions?

In the profile, Algae oil is listed with the FEI status “Not listed”. The current FEI list is authoritative, so please check its latest version.

Which dosage do the sources give for Algae oil?

Stated in the profile: product-specific (g DHA+EPA/day), introduce gradually. This is information from the literature, not an instruction for an individual horse.

Which sources are there for Algae oil?

The profile cites: JEVS, PMID:33866431, and PMID:34228797.

Usage note

This content is for information and education. It does not replace veterinary diagnosis or treatment. If your horse shows signs of illness, consult a veterinarian.

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Equiterna is an intermediary platform for equine knowledge, marketplace and tools — not a veterinary-medicines dealer, veterinary practice or pharmacy. Compound information is source-attributed (PubMed, specialist journals, NRC/GfE, EU regulations) and free of healing claims. Legal framework: Regulation (EU) 2019/6 / TAMG (DE/AT), Feed Regulation (EC) 767/2009, FEI Prohibited Substances List, HWG.

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