Enteroliths

Enteroliths - New additive helps prevent enteroliths (intestinal stones), a common cause of colic that requires surgery

June 30, 2005
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Omaha, NE --- Biovance Life Sciences, Inc., located here, has announced that regular use of its patented feed additive, ReStore™, may save many horses from the costly and often fatal agony of enteroliths. These stones, formed in the large intestine, are the most common cause of colic that requires surgery.

Among the causes of enteroliths, formation has been linked to lack of intestinal motility and intestinal pH above 6.5 alkalinity. According to the Company, ReStore™ addresses both issues: It enhances the natural digestive processes of the horse and increases intestinal motility; at the same time, it maintains intestinal pH at 6.5 or lower -- a level that prevents the formation of enteroliths.

ReStore™, developed by veterinarians, has been clinically proven to: reduce the risk of digestive upsets such as colic and chronic diarrhea; improve growth rates; restore and maintain body condition; and aid in maximizing performance.

Enteroliths, though most often found in the Southwest, have been reported in Ohio, Texas, Florida, Missouri and Minnesota; but under certain conditions, horses in all parts of the Nation are at risk. These conditions include genetics, diet, and management. Some breeds appear especially susceptible (Arabs and Arab crosses for example). Diets high in alfalfa may be a contributing factor. Stalled horses that get limited exercise and are only fed once or twice a day are at increased risk.

A 30-day study with mature horses fed a grain supplement twice a day showed that ReStore™ can keep intestinal pH below 6.5, even in diets with 50% high quality alfalfa hay. This study also showed ReStore™ improved large bowel fermentation efficiency over controls with a 27% increase in the production of VFA’s (volatile fatty acids), and it increased fiber digestibility by 18.4%.

For product literature and a clinical update: Understanding Enterolithiasis — Is Your Horse at Risk? call toll-free 877-246-7500, or email: info@biovance.com.