OptimaCARE Veterinary Reference Extract

EquiNatural® | Botanical Nutritional Support for Multi-System Detoxification & Metabolic Renewal

Organically grown • Human grade • Not veterinary medicine

1. Important Context for Veterinary Review

Equine “detoxification” is a multi-system physiological process involving:

  • hindgut fermentation and microbial metabolite clearance
  • hepatic biotransformation (Phase I & II pathways)
  • renal excretion and electrolyte balance
  • lymphatic circulation and immune surveillance
  • blood flow, oxygenation, and tissue perfusion


When these systems become burdened — through stress, inflammation, medication, acidosis, poor forage quality, or metabolic strain — horses may show:

  • dull coat, sluggishness, low vitality
  • digestive irregularities
  • immune imbalance
  • fluid retention or lymphatic congestion
  • delayed recovery after stress or illness
  • behavioural flatness or tension


OptimaCARE is not a treatment for liver disease, renal dysfunction, infections, metabolic disorders, or toxin exposure.


It provides nutritional botanical support for the natural physiology of detoxification and systemic rebalancing.


Functional Positioning - OptimaCARE

OptimaCARE is the Phase 1–3 whole-system reset within the EquiNatural C.A.R.E. protocol (Cleanse → Activate → Regenerate → Energise).


It is a structured, sequential, 30-day programme designed for horses who are stable but showing signs of internal overload, diminished metabolic flow, or systemic stagnation.


Its purpose is to:

  • clear microbial and digestive burden (Stage 1: Gut)
  • restore hepatic and renal filtration efficiency (Stage 2: Liver & Kidneys)
  • re-establish lymphatic and circulatory vitality (Stage 3: Circulation)


OptimaCARE is indicated when a coordinated reset is needed, rather than isolated organ support.

It is not a daily maintenance product, nor appropriate for acute illness, laminitic flares, or situations requiring immediate veterinary treatment.


Core Actions

  • Supports gastrointestinal clearance, microbial balance, and fermentation stability
  • Enhances hepatic biotransformation and antioxidant protection
  • Assists renal excretion and systemic fluid balance
  • Stimulates lymphatic drainage and tissue detoxification
  • Improves circulatory tone and metabolic oxygen delivery
  • Contributes to whole-body renewal and vitality after systemic stagnation


Rationale for Key Component Groups

Andrographis, Berberis, Origanum, Tabebuia
→ Gut terrain-balancing, cleansing, and microbial harmony in Stage 1.

Plantago, Filipendula, Symphytum
→ Mucosal support, buffering, gentle binding and elimination.

Astragalus (throughout all stages)
→ Adaptogenic resilience for immune, metabolic, and hepatic steadiness.

Taraxacum, Arctium, Silybum, Urtica
→ Phase I/II liver support, cholagogue action, renal diuresis, and antioxidant protection.

Apium, Ginkgo, Rosa canina
→ Microcirculatory tone, oxygenation, and tissue recovery.

Galium, Calendula
→ Lymphatic drainage, waste transport, and post-detox tissue repair.

Smilax ornata
→ Traditional “alterative” herb assisting systemic clarity across all stages.


2. Product Summary

OptimaCARE is a three-stage botanical detoxification programme supporting:

  • gastrointestinal microbial balance
  • hepatic and renal detox pathways
  • lymphatic flow & circulatory vitality
  • immune tone and oxidative balance
  • metabolic clarity and overall wellbeing


Fed over 30 days (10 days per stage), it provides a full internal reset for horses emerging from stress, stagnation, or metabolic overload.


3. Clinical Rationale (Nutritional Mechanisms of Action)

Stage 1 - Gut Stabilisation & Microbial Terrain Reset

  • Bitter and aromatic herbs stimulate digestive secretions.
  • Berberine-containing botanicals support microbial harmony.
  • Mucilage and fibre assist toxin binding and smooth elimination.
  • Adaptogens (Astragalus) support resilience during microbial correction.


Stage 2 - Hepatic & Renal Detoxification

  • Classic alteratives (Arctium, Taraxacum) encourage metabolic waste removal.
  • Silymarin-rich Milk Thistle supports hepatocyte regeneration.
  • Diuretics (Apium, Urtica) promote renal clearance.
  • Ginkgo enhances microcirculatory delivery to detox organs.


Stage 3 — Lymphatic & Circulatory Renewal

  • Lymphagogues (Galium, Calendula) mobilise interstitial waste.
  • Hawthorn-like tonics (Rosa C., Arctium) support vascular strength.
  • Ginkgo enhances oxygenation and perfusion post-cleansing.
  • Astragalus sustains vitality as systems recalibrate.


Botanical detoxification supports natural physiology, not clinical detoxification required in poisoning, hepatic disease, or renal insufficiency.


4. Nutritional Indications (Non-Diagnostic)

OptimaCARE may be appropriate for horses showing:

  • sluggish digestion, dull coat, low vitality
  • seasonal metabolic stress (spring/autumn)
  • recovery after medication or stress
  • signs of systemic stagnation (lymphatic fullness, low energy)
  • “stuck” or slow-to-recover metabolic patterns
  • mild digestive burden after dietary shifts


Not intended to treat hepatic disease, renal pathology, laminitis, infection, endocrine disorders, or toxin ingestion.


5. Composition

Stage 1 — Gut Stabilise

Andrographis, Astragalus, Berberis, Symphytum leaf, Filipendula, Origanum, Tabebuia, Plantago, Smilax


Stage 2 — Liver & Kidney Detoxification

Astragalus, Arctium lappa, Apium graveolens, Taraxacum radix, Echinacea, Ginkgo, Silybum marianum, Urtica, Rosa canina, Smilax


Stage 3 — Circulatory Systems

Astragalus, Arctium lappa, Calendula, Galium aparine, Taraxacum radix, Echinacea, Ginkgo, Silybum marianum, Urtica, Rosa canina

Botanical Safety Preface:


Detoxifying botanicals influence hepatic enzymes, renal excretion, lymphatic tone, and microbial balance. Responses vary with forage, hydration, metabolic status, and medication load.


6. Medication Considerations

Veterinary oversight recommended when used alongside:

  • Corticosteroids (may alter immune tone or metabolic pathways)
  • Anticoagulants (certain alteratives theoretically influence clot dynamics)
  • Immunosuppressants (herbal immunomodulation may alter response)
  • Hepatically metabolised drugs (detox herbs may affect enzyme activity)
  • Diuretics/electrolyte-sensitive drugs (kidney herbs increase excretion)


Separate botanicals from oral medications by 2–3 hours.


7. Feeding Guidance

Dried Ground Herb Blend
33 g/day (horse) or 17 g/day (pony)
Feed each stage for 10 days with 1 day off between stages.
1 level 75 ml scoop = approx. 33 g


Introduction
Start with small amounts over 3–5 days.


Sensitivity Advisory
Mild loosening, cleansing effects, or short-term “Herxheimer-type” responses may occur. Reduce dose or pause if needed.


8. Clinical Considerations

Advisories

  • Designed as a periodic 1-month internal reset.
  • Ensure ample forage and hydration.
  • Monitor sensitive or metabolically challenged horses.
  • Best used when acute conditions have stabilised.
  • Suitable once or twice yearly depending on workload, season, and metabolic demand.


Contraindications

  • Pregnancy and lactation
  • Acute laminitis or febrile illness
  • Horses prone to dehydration or electrolyte imbalance
  • Unsupervised use alongside steroids or anticoagulants


9. Supporting Products (Nutritional Context)

  • OptimaPLUS — for horses needing comfort support alongside detoxification
  • StressTonic — pre-detox regulation if stress is active
  • GutAminos — mucosal repair post-detox
  • EquiVita / VitaComplete — foundational mineral balance
  • VitaBoost — micronutrient and antioxidant diversification


10. Standard Professional Disclaimer

OptimaCARE is produced from organically grown botanicals and provided as a nutritional, functional food supplement.
It is not veterinary medicine and does not diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent disease.


Veterinary consultation is recommended when a horse is under medical care or receiving prescription medication.