| Term | Yarrow |
| Category | Herbs |
| Definition | Yarrow is a traditional medicinal plant found in many meadows. In horses, it is primarily used to support digestion and metabolism. |
| Effects & Benefits | Yarrow contains bitter substances, tannins, flavonoids, and essential oils. It is traditionally associated with supporting digestion, appetite, bile flow, and natural metabolic processes. |
| Usage | Dried yarrow can be mixed into regular feed in small amounts. Alternatively, it can be steeped in hot water and fed along with the infusion once cooled. |
| Fresh or dried? | Yarrow can be fed fresh from the pasture or dried. For targeted herbal feeding, dried product is usually more practical and easier to dose. |
| Important to know | Yarrow belongs to the Asteraceae family. For this reason, rare intolerances may occur in sensitive horses. Larger quantities should not be fed continuously. |
| Related terms | Digestion · Bitter substances · Metabolism · Chamomile · Dandelion |
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