The rinds of watermelon can be eaten by horses as they contain essential amino acids
and vitamins. Make sure to clean the watermelon in order to eliminate the pesticides
and other pollutants, chop it into smaller pieces, and avoid feeding your horse with too
much.
It can be eaten by horses in a safe way. consume. Of of course there are horses that do not
enjoy watermelon. They have their own preferences just like us. If your horse appears to
be a fan of watermelon, it’s perfectly acceptable to feed them in moderate amounts.
As long as you don’t overfeed this to your horse, they won’t suffer any negative
side effects.
Along with being fat-free, having zero cholesterol, with just 30 calories for every 100g,
and being low in sodium, watermelons also have many minerals, vitamins and other
elements with a variety of benefits for horses:
Vitamin A It is not only that Vitamin A assist in looking at the eyes of a horse and help
protect them from the effects of getting old, but it also helps improve his immune system
and assist in supporting the health of his bones.
Vitamin B6 This can help keep your horse fit by converting fats and carbohydrates into
the energy that his body requires.
Vitamin C Vitamin C We’re all aware that Vitamin C aids in strengthening the immune
system, but it also assists in the repair of tissues and cell damage and keep your horse
healthy.
Calcium The calcium in calcium improve the strength of bones, teeth and hooves,
but the horse’s heart muscle, as well as nerves require it in order to function properly.
Iron like a number of other minerals and vitamins iron may help increase the immune
system of horses but it can also assist in digestion and aid in the creation of energy.
Magnesium is well-known for its anti-inflammatory effects it also helps in the fight
against anxiety and lower insulin resistance.
Phosphorus As with calcium, phosphorus is utilized to strengthen teeth but it also
controls the way that horses’ bodies store energy. Additionally it also helps to reduce
discomfort after exercise as well as remove waste from kidneys.
Potassium Potassium Potassium is not just a great way to ensure your horse’s heart is
healthy , but it will also assist keep your horse’s muscles, nerves and muscles functioning.
amino acids The watermelon’s rind contains citrulline , an amino acid required from the body in order to relax blood vessels and improve the flow of blood. Citrulline is converted into arginatine, which is used by the horse’s body to create the nitric oxide. It can be used to reduce blood pressure, reduce fatigue, and improve blood circulation. A fascinating side note this is the Latin term for watermelon is called Citrullus Lantus that suggests that citrulline is present.
Fiber – We’re all aware the importance of fiber for horses’ diets and although the flesh
may not be full of it however, the rind is, with approximately 17% of the rind’s content
is made up of fiber.