
When/Why Choose Choose Salt Vs. Electrolytes
SALT

A horse should be fed salt:
EVERY DAY
Always provide horses access to a mineral salt lick or loose salt to
TRIGGER THIRST,
regulate fliud, and help horses stay hydrated.
Electrolyte

A horse should be fed an electrolyte:
AS NEEDED
Feed horses an electrolyte after intense work, stress, or sweating to
HELP RECOVERY,
and rapidly restore fluid plasma and electrolyte balances.
Helping You Choose the Best Electrolyte Paste for Your Horse

Isotonic
Best
BALANCED
- Matches mineral ratios in sweat
- Absorbs quickly in the body
- Supports hydration, recovery & performance
Hypotonic
LOW
- Fewer minerals than in body fluids
- Can dilute body fluids
- May worsen dehydration by flushing out sodium
Hypertonic
HIGH
- More minerals than in body fluids
- Pulls water into the gut, not bloodstream
- Can irritate stomach & worsen dehydration
Hypotonic
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![]() Isotonic
Best
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Hypertonic
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LOW | BALANCED | HIGH |
Fewer minerals than in body fluids | Matches mineral ratios in sweat | More minerals than in body fluids |
Can dilute body fluids | Absorbs quickly in the body | Pulls water into the gut, not bloodstream |
May worsen dehydration by flushing out sodium | Supports hydration, recovery & performance | Can irritate stomach & worsen dehydration |