The EMS/Cushing’s/IR Solution is the foundation herbal formula for recovery from the metabolic syndrome in all its aspects. This solution increases cellular glucose utilization thereby decreasing the elevated serum insulin levels, regulates the insulin-glucose relationship, regulates the enzyme 11 beta-hydroxysteroid dehydrogenase-1 activity, assists in a more efficient metabolism of carbohydrates, and promotes a more alkaline intestinal environment.

EMS/Cushing’s/IR Herbal Solution

• Foundation formula for recovery from the metabolic dysfunction that underlies Equine Metabolic Syndrome, Insulin Resistance and Cushing’s.
• Decreases elevated serum insulin levels.
• Increases cellular glucose utilization.
• Decreases serum glucose when there is a type 2 diabetic condition.
• Regulates insulin/glucose relationship.
• Assists in metabolism of carbohydrates.
• Promotes more alkaline intestinal environment.

Equine Metabolic Syndrome, Cushing’s and Insulin Resistance:

Equine Metabolic syndrome (EMS) or Cushing’s syndrome is a progressive disease that follows a predictable course in accordance with the parameters of the Insulin Resistance model.  Insulin resistance (IR), in both humans and horses, initiates the metabolic syndrome and is considered to be the root of the disease process. IR refers to a breakdown in the cells’ ability to respond normally to insulin action; therefore the term “resistance”. Quantitatively, IR displays a pattern in blood tests that shows normal serum/blood glucose and elevated serum insulin. This pattern is the foundation of all the abnormalities found in the metabolic syndrome.  More Info >

Laminitis

Laminitis, also known as founder, is a consequence of the equine metabolic syndrome/IR and is not a disease in and of itself. The name [laminae + itis] describes the inflammatory process associated with the stretching and/or separation of the laminae from the coffin bone. That means that the coffin bone separates from the inner hoof wall and rotates downward toward the sole of the hoof and in some instances penetrates the sole. More often than not there will be abscesses within the hoof capsule following a laminitic event and will take the form of bacterial infection.

The resulting hoof damage must be treated as immediately as possible. To stop the ongoing acute damage and start to repair the hoof, we recommend that you use MMP Stop within the first 5 days of an acute laminitic episode.  If that is what is happening with your horse now, read more on MMP Stop.

We have found that an essential component of recovering the hoof from such devastating damage requires not only our herbal solutions but also "regular" barefoot trimming by a trimmer experienced in this approach and with laminae separation.

Some of the observable signs and symptoms of a horse with EMS, Cushing’s or IR:

• Laminitis or founder
• Polyuria (excessive urinating)
• Polydipsia (excessive thirst and water intake)
• Fat deposits in the shoulders, rump, above the eyes
• Cresty necks that can get thick and hard
• “Depressed” with lethargy
• “thick, curly coat that is late to shed”
• Infections that are difficult to recover due to weakened immune function
• Swollen genitals; i.e. sheath or vulva.

Support Service

Clients with horses who have EMS/Cushing's/IR or who have had a laminitic episode are welcome to submit a Horse Health History profile online,  print or fax, or request the form to be sent to you by postal mail.   We will then be able to assist you by email or phone to monitor and support your horse’s healing process.  More Info >

Click for helpful info on: Immediate and long term care for your foundered horse

Recommended Reading & Audio IR – Insulin Resistance: What is it really? The Easy Keeper: Myth and Dangers The Missing Link in Laminitis The Immune Laminitis Connection

Listen to Dr. Thomas' radio interview on the “If Your Horse Could Talk” show hosted by Lisa Ross-Williams for a thorough and enlightening presentation of The Metabolic Syndrome Progression Curve.

Horses using our EMS/Cushing’s/ IR Solution (Foundation Laminitis Solution) are having extraordinary results. Read Our Success Stories.

Dosage Recommendation: Given the severity of this metabolic dysfunction it is recommended that the dosage be assertive so that the therapeutic effect of this solution has an immediate restorative result. Therefore we suggest that you begin with a dosage  4 scoops X 2 daily.  Once your horse is stabilized, depending on the severity and care and management practices you are able to maintain, you may well be able to reduce it to the regular dosage recommendation of 3 scoops X 2 daily.