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Collectable Sticker #47 5% off next orderProtein
Nervous System
Protein Powers Proper Neural Pathways
Collectable sticker #1The Science:
Protein, amino acids, are the building blocks of neurotransmitters, and many components of nerve cells.
Myelin basic protein (MBP) and oligodendrocyte-specific protein (OSP) are also crucial for holding together the myelin sheath that is an insulating cover over every neuron.
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Omega 3
Nervous System
Omega-3's Nuture Neurons for a Nimble Mind
Collectable sticker #2The Science:
Omega 3 fatty acids are integral components of neuron cell membranes.
They help maintain fluidity which is crucial for proper nerve signal transmission and neurotransmitter function. They also help prevent neurodegenerative disease and protect against oxidative damage due to inflammation.
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Gut Brain Axis
Nervous System
Eat Well, Guth Thrives, Mind Decides - repeat!
Collectable sticker #3The Science:
Gut brain axis. The neuronal mass of the gut rivals that of the brain... making it a '2nd brain'.
Thats why sometimes food cravings can overwhelm clear thinking and why a proper diet is so important. The gut and the brain communicate through the vagus nerve, the superhighway between the 'two brains'. Trillions of bacteria in the gut actually produce neurotransmitters that can send signals to the brain through that vagus nerve. Therfore the gut microbiome plays a vital role in sending signals to the brain that then regulates the rest of the body... so, who is in charge?
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S.C.F.A.
Nervous System
Bacteria Talk
Collectable sticker #4The Science:
Volatile short chain fatty acids such as Acetate, propionate, and butyrate are the most prominent SCFAs involved in gut-brain communication.
These fatty acids are produced by bacterial fermentation of short chain fiber. That means the foods that you eat affect the gut microbiome and the communication they send to the brain.
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Vitamin E
Nervous System
Vitamin E
Collectable sticker #5The Science:
Vitamin E. Neurons (nerve cells) are hard working. They burn 10x more calories than the average cell of the body.
Because of this they are more prone to oxidative stress and require more vitamin E than the average cell to protect against lipid peroxidation.
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Vitamin A
Nervous System
Vitamin A
Collectable sticker #6The Science:
Vitamin A supports learning and memory by regulating neurogenesis, gene expression, synaptic plasticity, and dendritic morphology.
It is important to have the right amount of the active form of vitamin A because too much of this fat soluble vitamin can be harmful. That is why Sherwood formulas rely on natural vitamin A precursors known as betacarotene provided by fresh green hay.
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Choline
Nervous System
Choline
Collectable sticker #7The Science:
Choline is a vitamin that is a central player in the nervous system. It is modified into neurotransmitters like acetylcholine and phosphatidylcholine.
These neurotransmitters are released by nerves into the synaptic cleft between the axon of one neuron and the dendritic of the next neuron. The concentration of these neurotransmitters is crucial to proper signal transduction.
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B Vitamins
Nervous System
B-Vitamins for Brain Health
Collectable sticker #8The Science:
Niacin and other B-vitamins help meet the high energy demands of neurons through supporting mitochondrial energy metabolism.
They promote neuronal survival because, without enough B vitamins, the mitochondria would trigger oxidative stress signals that increase inflammation and neuron death.
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Vitamin K
Nervous System
Vitamin K
Collectable sticker #9The Science:
Vitamin K – many VKDP’s (vitamin K dependent proteins) are important for brain function because they are involved in important neurological processes like cell signaling, neuroprotection, and synaptic plasticity (learning and memory).
Vitamin K is also involved in thr production of sphingolipids, a cell membrane component necessary for cell signaling and neuroprotection.
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Protein
Respiratory System
Protein
Collectable sticker #10The Science:
Protein! Low protein intake is linked to mild to moderate chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), which is the blocking of airflow in the lungs due to excess flow of fluid.
I am not referring to genetic defects in the alpha-1 antitrypsin protein that makes this condition more severe. I am referring to the fact that the lungs are made of protein and require the consumption of adequate levels of protein to maintain their function. Interestingly COPD often co-occurs with muscle wasting, a clear sign of a deficiency in dietary protein.
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Iron
Respiratory System
Iron
Collectable sticker #11The Science:
ron is used in the protein known as hemoglobin in red blood cells. It's responsible to carry oxygen throughout the body.
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Chloride
Respiratory System
Chloride
Collectable sticker #12The Science:
Chloride facilitates the movement of water across lung cell membranes to maintain proper consistency of mucus to allow efficient breathing.
If the diet is deficient in chloride then this becomes a real problem. This is an issue in herbivores who are generally deficient in anions like chloride. One obvious sign of a chloride deficiency is urinary sludge. Adding more chloride to the diet of an herbivore has many health benefits. How much chloride does your brand of pet food have?
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Vitamin D
Nervous System
Vitamin D
Collectable sticker #13The Science:
Vitamin D – regulates neuronal gene expression, cell development (neutrophic factor like nerve growth factor), neurotransmitter production and release, inflammation, intracellular calcium signaling that regulates nerve cell survival or death.
Vitamin D3 found in most brands is sourced from animals. Would this mean that your rabbit isn’t a vegetarian? The amount of sun cured hay in SPH formulas provides ample amounts of vitamin D in the safe form (a variation of vitamin D2) a rabbits body systems are expecting it because can be converted to the active form of D3 on an as needed basis.... no risk of overdosing!
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D.C.A.B.
Nervous System
D.C.A.B.
Collectable sticker #14The Science:
DCAB. Neurons produce electrical nerve impulses at speeds reaching 50 to 120 meters per second (110 to 270 mph).
After that signal has been sent the nerve consumes a massive amount of calories to re-create the electro-chemical gradient within a few milliseconds (thousandth of a second). They do this by pumping ions (potassium and sodium) to opposite sides of the neuron cell membranes (inside is more negative than the outside). Now that you see how this works, you can understand that it is super important to have the right balance of ions (minerals) in the diet!
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Mg+2 & Zn
Nervous System
Magnesium and Zinc
Collectable sticker #15The Science:
Magnesium and zinc have a calming effect on the nervous system by binding to and inhibiting the N-methyl-D-aspartate (NMDA) receptor to prevent it from opening.
However, when the right amounts of neurotransmitters bind to it the channel opens up and allows calcium to flow through it and for the signal to be sent. Without enough magnesium and zinc the channel becomes overly sensitive to transmitting the signal. This scenario is correlated to increased anxiety and nervousness. You can calm your bunny with a proper hay-based diet so they arent overly anxious, and only become excited when there is a real reason to unleash the zoomies.
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Copper
Nervous System
Copper
Collectable sticker #16The Science:
Copper aids the ezymatic protein known as Dopamine Beta-hydroxylase which converts dopamine to norepinephrine, the neurotransmitter that regulates the fight or flight responses.
Norepinephrine helps with alertness, attention, focus, emotion, memory, sleep/wake cycles and more. A deficiency in copper can lead to anxiety, depression, headaches, memory problems, sleeping problems, fatigue and more.
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Chloride
Nervous System
Chloride
Collectable sticker #17The Science:
Chloride (from table salt) is a very underated mineral! It plays an important role in regulating the excitability of neurons through a calming effect by interacting with GABA (gamma-aminobutyric acid) inhibitory neurotransmitters.
A diet chronically deficient in chloride, due to an unbalanced DCAB, affects the balance of chloride in the brain and it's ability to maintain proper neuronal function. This next claim is bold and not backed by research... yet. It is possible that a chronic deficiency in chloride (and other important nutrients)may create a weakness that allows E. Coniculi, a common and, when established, fatal infection of the nervous system, to get root and wreak havoc. As with all disease, and ounce of prevention is better than a pound of cure. Feeding a balanced diet can go a long way to supporting a long a healthy life.
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Boron
Nervous System
Boron for the Brain
Collectable sticker #18The Science:
Boron, a trace element that clearly is important for brain health, is, as of yet, not well understood.
A deficiency does impair brain functions such as attention, short term memory and signaling to muscles. Furthermore supplementing does restore these functions to normal levels. Boron is further known to exert its influence on the functionality of neuron ion channels, G-protein coupled receptors and more. It also attenuates inflammation and oxidative stress. Ensuring your pets diet contains enough Boron is easy with Sherwood's hay based diet.
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Iodine
Nervous System
Iodine
Collectable sticker #19The Science:
Iodine is a key component of thyroid hormones which are responsible for the development and maturation of neurons, the synapse, and myelination (the insulating layer around each nerve cell like the the plastic coating around electrical wires).
This process of neurogenesis is continuously in flux. For longterm health and to maintaine an active lifestyle, don't skimp on iodine! Instead, skip out on excessive treats to make sure your pet eats a daily full serving of Sherwood pellets wich provides the right amount of iodine and other essential nutrients.
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Iron
Nervous System
Iron
Collectable sticker #20The Science:
Iron is a cofactor in the very important ezymatic proteins known as tyrosine hydroxylase and tryptophan hydroxylase, involved in the synthesis of the neurotransmitters dopamine and serotonin.
Iron also supports myelination of nerve cells to improve their function and efficiency, a process that is necessary for learning and memory.
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Vitamin A
Respiratory System
Vitamin A
Collectable sticker #21The Science:
Vitamin A – regulates cell growth (replacement of respiratory epithelium) and alveolarization. These cells have a high replacement rate.
A fresh green hay based diet provides ample amounts of beta carotene, a natrual and vegan sourced vitamin A precursor that is efficiently converted as needed to the active form of vitamin A, thereby practically eliminating the risk of overdosing. Synthetic vitamin A supplements added to many brands of pet food are made in the lab from petroleum based substrates and can cause overdosing because they are already in the active form. Research has labeled the practice of adding synthetic vitamin A to small herbivore diets (like rabbits) as 'nutritional nonsense.'
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Vitamin E
Respiratory System
Vitamin E
Collectable sticker #22The Science:
Vitamin E – is an antioxidant that helps reduce inflammation and prevent the amplification of oxidative stress that can lead to further lung damage.
It helps relieve COPD (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease) by attenuating MAPK activation and decreasing the expression of EGFR (epidermal growth factor receptor). Vitamin E can help reduce mucus production or increase its clearance to open obstructed airways. It also aids the immune system which is actively defendding the lungs from pathogens in the air. Remember, there is a huge difference between natural vitamin E and the synthetic 'mixed tocopherols' most pet food brands call vitamin E. The word ‘mixed’ identifies that it was synthetically made and contains 8 different chiral stereoisomers, only one of which are the biologically correct stereoisomer. Sherwood Pet Health uses natural vitamin E made by plants, which is 100% RRR-α-tocopherol, the most biologically active and potent stereoisomer
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Protein
Cardiovascular System
Protein
Collectable sticker #23The Science:
The most important nutrient to maintain the cardiovascular system: Protein. The whole system is mostly built of protein.
Furthermore the metabolism of the conditionally essential amino acid L-arginine by Nitric Oxide Synthase (NOS) to form Nitric Oxide (NO), a signaling molecule, is what regulates blood pressure by promoting vasodilation (relaxation of blood vessels). NO also prevents blood clots by inhibiting platelet aggregation.
A protein deficiency, that leads to reduced NO production, causes endothelial dysfunction and is linked to cardiovascular diseases like atherosclerosis, hypertension, and heart failure. The right amount of protein, relative to dietary calories, is also crucial to maintain proper bodyweight and reduce cardiovascular stress.
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Cobalt
Nervous System
Cobalt
Collectable sticker #24The Science:
Cobalt is an essential mineral that is a component of vitamin B12. B12 helps maintain the myelin sheath that insulates nerve cells.
It does this by converting homocysteine to S-adenosyl methionine (SAMe), a methyl donor that is used to build the myelin sheath. Without B12, homocysteine levels rise, causing blood pressure problems, and nerve cells are unable to maintain their 'insulation' and can become 'live wires'. B12 is also used in the synthesis of neurotransmitters. As important as Cobalt and B12 is, please don't overdose because too much is toxic! I can't seem to say this enough... a balanced diet is crucial for health!
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Protein
Musculoskeletal System
Protein for muscles and immunity
Collectable sticker #25The Science:
protein! –by now most people understand that maintaining proper muscle mass requires dietary protein. However, what most people dont know is how much protein and what bakance of amino acids are crucial to support proper maintaining muscle mass.
Most people also dont realize that loosing muscle mass is a clear sign of a protein deficiency AND a compromised immune system because both require large amounts of protein. To learn more about amino acid balance please see this video:
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Penny is a senior pig and ... is gaining weight back...
Penny is a senior pig and got sick at the end f last year which caused her to lose 100g of weight unexpectedly. We were looking for a healthy option to help her gain weight but also provide additional vitamins and nutrients without any junk. After searching forums online, I found sherwood's recovery food and decided to try it out. While Penny initially took a few days to get used to the new routine, she quickly fell in love with this new addition to her routine! Penny is gaining weight back, has increased energy and her digestion is greatly improved! We are so grateful for sherwood and hope to incorporate more of their products in Penny's routine." - Kathleen Arteficio
P:E Ratio
Musculoskeletal System
Counting Calories? Try more protien for less fat
Collectable sticker #26The Science:
Protein to energy ratio and energy balance/sources – a diet that has excess calories will increase fat storage... that part is obvious to most people! However, what most people dont know is that an isocaloric diet (keeping the calories the same) that provides more protein will decrease fat storage.
It does this in 2 ways. 1st, feeding protein causes what is called the "thermic effect of protein", meaning calories are burned to digest the protein than other types of nutrients. 2nd, more calories are also burned to assemble the protein (build stuff). Without enough protein (relative to calories in the diet) muscle fibers will be replaced with an accumulation of fat storage and a reduce the functioning of the muscle which accelerates it's decline.
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reached his ideal weight....
This is Errol, a rescue bun. We suspect he was a meat bun who fortunately escaped. He was overweight but now with a couple months of feeding him Sherwood pellets, he’s just about reached his ideal weight. All our buns - adoptees, foster fails, and rescues - LOVE Sherwood’s products. And our vet says it’s the best food too!" - Melissa Carino
Choline
Respiratory System
Choline
Collectable sticker #27The Science:
Choline – is a vitamin needed in the production of Phosphatidylcholine, a key component of lung surfactant that maintains proper lung function and efficient gas exchange.
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Protein
Immune System
Protein powers peak immune performance!
Collectable sticker #28The Science:
Protein, amino acids, are the building blocks of the immune system. The immune system suffers (immunosuppression) when the diet doesn’t provide enough protein.
In fact, studies show that increasing your protein intake by 50% (over baseline needs) will lead to most of it being utilized by the immune system. This makes sense because the cells of the immune system are all made out of protein.
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Vitamin C
Respiratory System
Vitamin C
Collectable sticker #29The Science:
Vitamin C (ascorbate) is part of the glutathione ascorbate redox buffer system that is the primary antioxidant/anti-inflammatory system in every cell.
Guinea Pigs and humans are a few of the rare mammals that don't make their own vitamin C (like rabbits can) and therfore require consuming it in their diet. When stressed, rabbits and most other mammals, will benefit from supplementing with vitamin C.
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P:E Ratio
Immune System
The fork in the road
Collectable sticker #30The Science:
The immune system and metabolism work together. Overnutrition, ie. eating too many calories, relative to protein (Protein to Energy ratio), increases chronic inflammation.
Chronic inflammation is the root cause of most modern diseases. Balancing the protein to energy ratio is necessary for a healthy immune system.
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Omega 3
Cardiovascular System
Omega 3
Collectable sticker #31The Science:
Omega 3 fatty acids help reduce atherosclerosis and plaque buildup in blood vessels in 3 ways. They help reduce triglycerides in the blood. They exhibit anti-inflammatory effects.
They promote the release of nitric oxide (NO) to relax the blood vessels. Omega 3's also prevents blood clots by inhibiting platelet aggregation. Some studies also suggest that they can reduce arrhythmia.
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Magnesium
Cardiovascular System
Magnesium
Collectable sticker #32The Science:
Magnesium counter-balances calcium and potassium to aid in the regulation of the heart rhythm and blood pressure.
This is crucial in the fight against atherosclerosis
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K+ & Na+
Cardiovascular System
Potassium and Sodium
Collectable sticker #33The Science:
Potassium counterbalances sodium and vice-versa. While humans tend to not get enough potassium in their diet, the opposite happens with small herbivores, they get too much.
This is one downside to a diet rich in hay that has been cut too early while it is short and soft. Therefore it is important to feed hay that isn't too rich but instead has been allowed to grow taller. Generally 1st and 2nd cut hay is better than 3rd cut wich is often cut while it is short and therfore too rich. You can easily tell because it will increase urine odor.
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Omega 3
Musculoskeletal System
Omega 3s- because stress, pain and inflammation are not the 3 you want
Collectable sticker #34The Science:
Omega-3s can upregulate the expression of uncoupling protein 2 (UCP2) to support mitochondrial function by mitigating oxidative stress signaling and inflammation.
By reducing inflammation you also reduce soreness (reduced muscle protein breakdown, ie prevent sarcopenia). Therfore omega 3s support a net increase in muscle protein synthesis.
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Protein
Integumentary System
Protein is the building blocks of....
Collectable sticker #35The Science:
Protein, amino acids, are the building blocks of the Integumentary system (skin and fur). Keratin, the most common protein in this system, requires extra essential amino acids known as methionine cysteine, and threonine.... all of which are often limiting in popular pet food brands.
Sherwood adds these essential amino acids to improve the look and feel of your pets fur and for a host of other benefits (including reduced urine odor and improved immune function).
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I noticed his fur now is so soft and thick...
My rabbit Dusty was very underweight when I got him, with poor fur quality as well. I noticed his fur now is so soft and thick and he appears healthier and more energetic after switching to sherwood 😊" - Emily Chao
Omega 3
Immune System
Omega 3's keep it neat and tidy
Collectable sticker #36The Science:
Omega 3 fatty acids (flax seed) help tame inflammation through PPAR (peroxisome proliferator-activated receptor) signaling pathways.
Omega 3’s are also crucial for properly cell membrane flexibility/fluidity and enhancing the circulation of lipid rafts.
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She now looks amazing and is healthy.
One day I was driving and found a bunny on the side of the road. She had clearly been there a while. Very thin with nasal discharge and sneezing. I took her to the vet and after doing diagnostics we treated her for an e- coli infection. Her vet and i were not sure if she was going to make it. 3 weeks of nebulizing, antibiotics, and feeding her sherwood free choice feed and sherwood measured Timothy feed. I also had recieved a sample of the over-all immune supplement. After treatment and continuing her on sherwood diet....She now looks amazing and is healthy. I adopter her and named her Mopsy!!!" - Melissa Meringolo
Prebiotic
Immune System
Feed the good guys
Collectable sticker #37The Science:
Prebiotics support the healthy balance of beneficial bacteria in the gut, thereby reducing the workload the immune system must do to fight off pathogenic bacteria in the gut.
Feeding the good guys (a high fiber diet) prevents the bad guys from taking over. For more information see ‘short stem fiber’.
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Vitamin E
Immune System
Give it 100% natural Vitamin E
Collectable sticker #38The Science:
Vitamin E – Most brands of pet food add synthetic 'mixed tocopherols' and call it vitamin E. The word ‘mixed’ identifies that it was synthetically made and contains 8 different chiral stereoisomers, only one of which are the biologically correct stereoisomer (12% of it is usable(.
Sherwood Pet Health uses natural vitamin E made by plants, which is 100% RRR-α-tocopherol, the most biologically active and potent stereoisomer. It protects cell membranes from oxidative damage, reduces inflammation and improves immune system. SPH vitamin E is plant grown not lab grown.
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Vitamin A
Immune System
Synthetic Vitamin A is Nutritional nonsense
Collectable sticker #39The Science:
Adding synthetic Vitamin A to rabbit food has been deemed as ‘nutritional nonsense’, by professional published rabbit nutritionists over 2.5 decades ago! The science and research is extensive.
The answer is simple. Feed a hay based diet and don’t feed synthetic vitamin A.
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Vegan D3
Immune System
Vegan D3
Collectable sticker #40The Science:
Vitamin D3 found in most brands is sourced from animals. Would this mean that your rabbit isn’t a vegetarian?
The amount of sun cured hay in SPH formulas provides ample amounts of vitamin D in the safe form (a variation of vitamin D2) a rabbits body systems are expecting it because can be converted to the active form of D3 on an as needed basis.... no risk of overdosing! This vitamin regulates immune cells, inflammation responses and more.
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Vitamin K
Cardiovascular System
Vitamin K
Collectable sticker #41The Science:
Vitamin K - the Matrix Gla protein (MGP) is a protein that binds calcium ions with high affinity. MGP is a vitamin K2-dependent protein that plays a key role in preventing vascular calcification.
Without proper digestive health, vitamin K could be deficient. A hay-based diet that is low in carbohydrates (go against the grain!) is vital for optimal gut health.
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Vitamin E
Musculoskeletal System
Natural Vitamin E
Collectable sticker #42The Science:
Vitamin E. During exercise muscles burn a lot of calories and therefore creat a lot of oxidative stress through the formation of reactive oxygen species (ROS). Vitamin E is a potent antioxidant that protects muscle cell membranes from damage caused by increased ROS during exercise.
Remember, there is a huge difference between natural vitamin E and the synthetic 'mixed tocopherols' most pet food brands call vitamin E. The word ‘mixed’ identifies that it was synthetically made and contains 8 different chiral stereoisomers, only one of which are the biologically correct stereoisomer. Sherwood Pet Health uses natural vitamin E made by plants, which is 100% RRR-α-tocopherol, the most biologically active and potent stereoisomer.
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Iron
Musculoskeletal System
Iron
Collectable sticker #43The Science:
Iron, as many people know, is needed in the molecule known as hemoglobin, found in red blood cells, that carries the oxygen we breath to the cells tha need it. I want to point out that SPH formulas are hay based. How does that affect iron nutrition?
Most brands reduce the amount of hay in their pellet formulas by replaceing it with cheaper ingredients like soybean hulls or rice hulls which contain only 25% the amount of iron as real hay does. The net result is that other popular brands have 3x less iron in their formulas than SPH. Look at the lab test results!
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Vitamin E
Integumentary System
Vitamin E empowers epidermal protection or Natural E for skin elacticity!
Collectable sticker #44The Science:
Natural vitamin E, being 8x more effective than synthetic (mixed tocopherols),
supports keratin production by reducing inflammation (lipid peroxidation) that otherwise would cause structural damage that decreases skin elasticity, and increased fragility of the skin and fur making it more susceptible to environmental damage.
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They have softer fur...
Since we’ve switched to Sherwood Timothy pellets our long haired buns have more energy!! They have softer fur and make there are way more zoomies and binkies in our house. It’s a delight to see the difference Sherwood has made. I recommend them to everyone" - Tracy Romain
Vitamin A
Integumentary System
Hay for A, synthetic can just stay away
Collectable sticker #45The Science:
Vitamin A directs which types of keratin proteins are produced and at what levels, thereby impacting the overall structure and function of the skin and other epithelial tissues that rely on keratin.
A deficiency in vitamin A can lead to abnormal keratinization, resulting in excessively thick or dry scaly skin. A fresh green hay based diet provides ample amounts of beta carotene, a natrual and vegan sourced vitamin A precursor that is efficiently converted as needed to the active form of vitamin A, thereby practically eliminating the risk of overdosing. Synthetic vitamin A supplements added to many brands of pet food are made in the lab from petroleum based substrates and can cause overdosing because they are already in the active form. Research has labeled the practice of adding synthetic vitamin A to small herbivore diets (like rabbits) as 'nutritional nonsense.'
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and his coat is shinier! ...the perfect addition to my senior bun’s health.
"Oliver started on the Timothy Sherwood adult rabbit food and the senior preventative supplements about 3 months ago and there is a huge difference! His energy levels have increased, his poops appear more consistent, and his coat is shinier! I think the preventative supplements has been the perfect addition to my senior bun’s health. I couldn’t recommend these products enough!"- Maya Sabella
Vitamin K
Immune System
Vitmain K
Collectable sticker #46The Science:
Vitamin K – helps balance the immune system by preventing excessive inflammation and calcium deposits.
A hay based diet supports the gut with healthy bacterial flora to produce optimal vitamin K levels.
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B Vitamins
Immune System
Bacteria Brew B's
Collectable sticker #47The Science:
Niacin and other endogenously produced B-vitamins (produced by healthy gut bacteria) help the immune system by supporting the formation of white blood cells,
antibodies, energy, and the regulation of inflammation.
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Choline
Immune System
Choline Counts!
Collectable sticker #48The Science:
Choline is part of the cholinergic anti-inflammatory pathway that releases the neurotransmitter acetylcholine (ACh) from the vagus nerve to dampen excessive inflammation in the body.
Studies also suggest choline may be necessary for optimal development and maturation of immune cells, including T cells and B cells.
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Vitamin C
Immune System
Vitamin C
Collectable sticker #49The Science:
Vitamin C and Protein– Every cell in the body has its very own antioxidant defense system known as the glutathione ascorbate redox buffer system.
Glutathione is a protein made of cysteine, glutamic acid, and glycine. Cysteine is a sulfur containing amino acid that makes the magic work. It is also the amino acid that many modern pet diets are deficient in. Cysteine can be made from methionine, the other sulfur containing amino acid, but that one is deficient in modern pet diets too. Supplementing with the right amount of methionine is crucial for the functioning of this primary antioxidant system every cell depends on!
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Magnesium
Immune System
Magensium Sounds the alarm
Collectable sticker #50The Science:
Magnesium (necessary for kinases and cytokines –which are important immune system signaling proteins)
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B vitamins
Musculoskeletal System
B vitmains
Collectable sticker #51The Science:
Niacin and other B-vitamins: Niacin is required for the production of nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide (NAD+) necessary for energy production.
Other B-vitamins are involved in protein synthesis, muscle repair, nerve function
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Choline
Musculoskeletal System
Choline to get the most from your workout
Collectable sticker #52The Science:
Choline: less dietary choline = less acetylcholine (neurotransmitter( = weaker muscle contractions = less effective exercise.
Don't let the vitamin choline limit muscle strength and exercise potential!
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Choline
Integumentary System
Choline for fantastic flawless fur or Easy Breezy Beautiful Chloline
Collectable sticker #53The Science:
Choline is the source of methyl groups that are necessary to form the disulfide bonds between cysteine amino acid residues during the formation of keratin.
Those bonds are crucial for the strength and integrity of keratin and therfore the strength and resilience of the skin and fur.
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he’s just all around happier and healthier!
Potato was a little bitty skinny pig. He seemed healthy and his skin seemed healthy-even the vet agreed- he is very active and vocal HOWEVER after only using Sherwood recommendations for food and the daily immune tablet, and eliminating all the other stuff I was giving him, (fruits, veggies, treats) Potato has ABSOLUTELY changed, and ALL FOR THE BETTER! I can’t believe how his skin changed how his poops are better )I thought they were normal before). His activity level increased and he’s just all around happier and healthier!" - Evalynne Hall
Omega 3
Integumentary System
Omega 3's support healthy hair follicle function.
Collectable sticker #54The Science:
Omega 3 fatty acids, through their anti-inflammatory properties, help improve blood circulation to the scalp and create an optimal environment for keratin synthesis.
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Zinc
Immune System
Zinc works as a first responder
Collectable sticker #55The Science:
Zinc is the mineral that is at the active site of the anti-inflammatory enzyme known as Super Oxide Dismutase. It is like a first responder when inflammation breaks out before the glutathione-ascorbate buffer system can take over.
Zinc is a necessary component of phosphodiesterases which are major players in immune signaling responses. Zinc also supports the thymus and T-cell development, differentiation, proliferation. The absorption of zinc can be counteracted by too much calcium. But adding more zinc to the diet can reduce the absorption of iron or copper. Boosting any mineral in the diet has a counterbalancing effect on other minerals. This is why adding zinc in a chelated form makes all the difference!
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Chromium
Immune System
Chromium is a modulator
Collectable sticker #56The Science:
Chromium (Chromium is of significant importance in altering the immune response by immunostimulatory or immunosuppressive processes as shown by its effects on T and B lymphocytes, macrophages, cytokine production.
Chromium is a trace mineral that is supplied in ample amounts in a hay based diet.
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Manganese
Immune System
Manganese is at the heart of neutralizing oxidative stress
Collectable sticker #57The Science:
Manganese – Superoxide dismutase (MnSOD) is a key component of the mitochondrial antioxidant system, to neutralize oxidative stress where it starts! It is like a first responder...
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Copper
Immune System
More Copper is Proper
Collectable sticker #58The Science:
Copper, in my opinion, is the most underrated mineral. For example, it is found in its own version of Superoxide Dismutase, that first responder! It is a key component of the enzyme tyrosinase which makes pigments to color the skin and fur known as melanin.
More recently scientists have discovered that melanin interacts with infrared light to split water molecules to form the most potent antioxidant in the universe – molecular hydrogen! And this happens in mitochondria where it matters most. This is part of what the current craze about red-light therapy is all about. Even more important though, is the fork in the road between health and sickness that is defined by the copper containing enzyme known as Cytochrome C Oxidase. Energy production in every cell of the body depends on it! This enzyme is complex IV in the mitochondrial electron transport chain. All of those calories that have been eaten are either converted into energy that helps the cell do its duties and repair itself, or those calories are converted into oxidative stress (chronic inflammation) that destroys cells and triggers cancer pathways. Who knew copper was soooooooooooooo important!! This is why SPH formulas contain 5x more copper (in chelated form) than other brands ever since we were founded in 2011.
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Iron
Immune System
The Fight for Iron
Collectable sticker #59The Science:
Iron – It is common knowledge that iron is used in red blood cells to carry oxygen throughout the body. However, many immune system proteins (such as lactoferrin, siderocalin) actually prevent pathogenic bacteria from getting the iron that they need to grow.
It's like iron is in the middle of a tug-o-war. Iron is also used in many enzymes by immune cells, called macrophages, to kill pathogens. An iron deficiency makes it harder for macrophages to defend the body from germs!
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Calcium
Musculoskeletal System
Calcium
Collectable sticker #60The Science:
Calcium, as most people know, is one of the minerals needed to build strong bones. Calcium is also required for muscles to work (calcium is stored in the sarcoplasmic reticulum and is released when triggered by nerve impulses to stimulate muscle contraction).
Those nerve impulses also require calcium to trigger neurotransmitter release at the synaptic junction between nerve cells.
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Vegan D3
Musculoskeletal System
Vitamin D
Collectable sticker #61The Science:
Vitamin D, as you may have already heard, aids in the development of strong bones. Vitamin D is also involved in muscle growth and repair. Vitamin D3 found in most brands is sourced from animals. Would this mean that your rabbit isn’t a vegetarian?
The amount of sun cured hay in SPH formulas provides ample amounts of vitamin D in the safe form (a variation of vitamin D2) a rabbits body systems are expecting it because can be converted to the active form of D3 on an as needed basis.... no risk of overdosing!
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Zinc
Integumentary System
Zinc is keratin's key to fabulous fur
Collectable sticker #62The Science:
Zinc binds to specific enzymes within keratinocytes (the cells that produce keratin) and acts as a necessary component for their catalytic activity, enabling efficient keratin production.
A deficiency in zinc can lead to weaker and more brittle keratin that results in hair-loss and skin problems.
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Long Stem Fiber
Digestive System
Proof is in the poop
Collectable sticker #63The Science:
Long stem fiber is required to maintain proper gut transit times and to make good looking poops. Just how long is long stem fiber after your pet chews and swallows it?
Anything longer than 1.7 mm (for rabbits) the digestive tract decides to treat like long stem fiber... thats smaller than 7/100 of an inch! Usually long stem fiber is made of lignified (woody) stems of hay that resist being broken down while being chewed. Many people think it is OK to grind hay into a fine powder but that is wrong! These small peices of woody stems should not be fine ground for two reasons: 1. They won't function like long stem fiber anymore, 2. Wood is made of polyphenolic compounds that should be pooped out and not go into the ceacum where it will cause problems with gut bacteria. This is why rabbit poops are the cutest poops on earth.
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Their poops are larger and firmer than before...
I fed them pellets before but they rarely finished them. Chinchillas have such delicate digestive systems, when I saw all the extra stuff in there I considered just feeding them hay. But I know pellets are good for their teeth amd health. When I started giving them Sherwood pellets, they started eating their pellets every meal, they have more energy and their poops are larger and firmer than before. It even keeps them from wasting hay. - Wilhelmina Demissie
Prebiotics
Digestive System
Choose wizely - Prebiotics
Collectable sticker #64The Science:
Short stem fiber/prebiotics. All undigested material smaller than 1.5 mm is likely transported into the cecum and becomes food for bacterial fermentation.
They produce volatile fatty acids which is a primary energy source. STASIS AND BLOATING is caused by the wrong foods getting into the cecum. For this reason, short-stem fiber is more important for digestive health. The wrong foods are: 1) fast fermenting fibers from salads, greens, and veggies, 2) excessive starch/carbohydrate loads from grain based pellets and treats, 3) polyphenolic compounds that originate from fine ground woody stems of hay.
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He now has less gas, no slushy urine, healthier bowel movements and no loose stools....
Sherwood pellets have helped our little boy Harrison who suffers from megacolon. He now has less gas, no slushy urine, healthier bowel movements and no loose stools. Harrison has more energy and we just love seeing him do zoomies all day and night. Our baby Luci loves the pellets as well and has even more energy. - Susana Lewis
Protein
Digestive System
Protein powers the guts constant renewal
Collectable sticker #65The Science:
Protein is the building blocks of the digestive system enzymes and cells.– The cells of the digestive tract have a high turnover (replacement) rate because of the fibrous diet and stressful environment. Without enough dietary protein to rebuild it, the digestive tract degrades faster than other areas of the body.
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No more tummy problems...
We recently switched to Sherwood Timothy pellets and my bunny’s digestive system has definitely improved. No more tummy problems, his litter box is a lot less stinky, and he seems to be more active since we we made the switch!- Kaleigh Rings
Boron
Immune System
Boron's got your back
Collectable sticker #66The Science:
Boron – supports antioxidant enzymes, lymphocytes and antibodies
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Selenium
Immune System
Selenium Strengthens the Sheild
Collectable sticker #67The Science:
Selenium. Do you remember reading about glutathione above? It is made from the sulfur containing amino acid cysteine and works with vitamin C as the main redox buffer system in every cell.
Some special enzymes use cysteine, but then replace the sulfur with selenium (known as selenocysteine). These enzymes are Glutathione Peroxidase and Thioredoxin Reductase and are key components of the anti-inflammatory system of the body. Selenium is also crucial for thyroid hormone production (master regulator of metabolism).
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Iodine
Immune System
Iodine Ignites the immune attack
Collectable sticker #68The Science:
Iodine supports the thyroid and metabolism. It also used in the enzyme called myeloperoxidase (in the white blood cells) to create reactive oxygen species that kills pathogens.
The benefits from supplementation are clear.
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Magnesium
Musculoskeletal System
Magnesium
Collectable sticker #69The Science:
Magnesium is a calcium blocker that helps muscles relax after calcium stimulates they to contract. It's like calcium and magnesium are on opposites sides of a teeter totter.
Magnesium s role in muscle health goes much deeper because it enhances mTOR signaling, a key regulator that increases muscle synthesis. Magnesium is also vital for bone mineralization.
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Mg+2 & Ca+2
Digestive System
Keep it moving with this dynamic duo
Collectable sticker #70The Science:
Magnesium and Calcium are major players in regulating peristalsis (contraction and relaxation of the smooth muscle) of the digestive tract. Both of these nutrients are amply supplied by a hay-based diet.
Most brands of pellets have 3x less magnesium because they replace half the hay in the pellet with with soybean hulls.
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absolute massive healthy poops...
The switch to Sherwood's chinchilla pellets has been a positive change in Envy (and Grumpy's ( diet. Since we were at the end of our rope with her health declining, the switch was worth trying. This change has done wonders for her urinary health. Envy has been prone to UTIs since her arrival in 2016, and suffers from incontinence. We still have to clean her regularly but the crystalization of urine around her urethra has cleared up. The change in diet cannot change her age or overall health status, but we're hopeful this can lessen the amount of bladder-related complications we have and maybe even aid in her liver repairing itself. Even if it's just enough to give her more time, comfortably. We love our little moody possum girl. Another change we noticed is the absolute massive healthy poops. Envy and her cagemate Grumpy have switched to Sherwood and will stay on Sherwood. I'm considering switching the entire herd! Another big thank you to Sherwood for sending Envy the care package they did. We contacted them for a referral to a store near us that had their products in stock and instead, they shipped us pellets ASAP to try for Envy. We were not asked to share about the gift or updates on Envy, but I think this is worth sharing about. Now we're customers :heart: Thank you for contributing to extra time with one of my best girls." - Amber Gold
Zinc
Digestive System
Zinc: the zest for proper protein processing.
Collectable sticker #71The Science:
Zinc is an essential mineral that is a cofactor in protein digestive enzymes called carboxypeptidases.
This fact helps establish zinc as an vital nutrient that supports proper protein nutrition, the most important nutrient of all.
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His poops are now always perfect big and golden!
My Rabbit Zuca is 9 and a half years old and blind. He has had joint and urinary issues throughout his life. A few months ago he collapsed and I brought him to the vet and they said he was too old to even test to see and to just keep him comfortable. Basically we thought he wouldn't make it through the weekend but luckily he is still here and thriving! I was using another brand food and supplements and I'm so glad I found Sherwood and switched! I was nervous to switch since he is so sensitive and I thought I would lose him recently but Sara from Sherwood talked me through it. She was so helpful and I trusted it would be good. I love how much better the ingredients are! I also switched him from 3rd cutting Timothy hay to 2nd cutting. He seems much more vibrant and runs a little more since the switch! His poops are now always perfect big and golden! I'm so happy to know he is getting the best! I only wish I knew about Sherwood sooner! Thank you for great products and a great company! And thank you Sara I appreciated the help so much!" - Kristine Carlson
Calcium
Digestive System
Calcium is the key that unlocks bile for omega 3 absorption
Collectable sticker #72The Science:
Calcium supports health by playing many important roles. Did you know it is a key player in the formation bile acids needed for the absorption of healthy fats?
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Ca+2:P Ratio
Digestive System
Calcium without phosphorus is preposterous!
Collectable sticker #73The Science:
Calcium without Phosphorus is preposterous! Phosphorus, among many of its important roles, is a key pH buffer that helps stabilize the gut microbiome.
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The best option for helping to prevent digestive issues...
When first becoming bunny parents we didn’t know all the details of how sensitive a bunny’s digestive system is. Unfortunately, GI stases began with one of our bunnies and thanks to Sherwood’s Emergency Kit we were able to bring our bunny through the emergency. After that we did further research and discovered that Sherwood’s measured Timothy pellets were by far the best option for helping to prevent digestive issues from occurring again." - Jennifer Hardwick
Molybdenum
Immune System
Molybdenum, your detox sidekick
Collectable sticker #74The Science:
Molybdenum – There are few known molybdoenzymes but they are crucial to all life on earth.
In mammals and they are involved in detoxification, such as the Mitochondrial Amidoxime Reducing Components (mARC).
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D.C.A.B.
Urinary System
DCAB to stay clean and clear
Collectable sticker #75The Science:
DCAB (Dietary Cation Anion Balance) is the primary driver of urine pH. A proper DCAB can lower the urine pH to reduce urinary sludge and even dissolve kidney and bladder stones!
Most brands are deficient in anions which increases urine pH and is the cause of urinary sludge.
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Both my guinea pigs and rabbits had urinary and sludge issues while using...
Both my guinea pigs and rabbits had urinary and sludge issues while using the Oxbow brand. Once I learned about Sherwood I quickly switched. OMG! My bunnies coats are soooo thick and fluffy!! They are visibly shinier and I can’t believe how much of a difference it has made for their coats. My babies no longer have smelly urine and no more sludge!!! I did tons of research and hated all the fillers that other major brands had. I feel a lot better knowing my babies aren’t getting pumped full of junk! Thank you, Sherwood! - Ashlee Barnhart
Balanced Protein
Urinary System
Balanced protein=Odor no more!
Collectable sticker #76The Science:
Urine odor can be a distant memory with a balanced protein amino acid profile because wasted protein causes urine odor. Let that stench sink in!
That smell of ammonia also upsets the DCAB increasing urine pH, sludge and the risk of stones.
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Sludge free... stone free... no more blood in their urine!
Early July I noticed both of my guinea pigs had blood in their urine. I was pretty devastated to find out that Cupcake had a bladder stone and Popcorn had bladder sludge. My vet and I agreed that surgery was a last option, and I started looking for anything I could do at home to help my piggies beyond their meds. I found out about Sherwood through the guinea pig subreddit, there were multiple success stories where the piggies were able to pass their stones with the help of Sherwood's Urinary Support Tablets (UST). I thought why not and went for it, adding in the Free Choice pellets to see if that helped (thankfully they love those pellets too). When I needed further clarification/assistance, Sara was super awesome in getting my questions answered. She even sent a trial pack of the Prevention Tablets when Cupcake was refusing to eat the UST (she now happily gobbles it up). Now Popcorn is sludge free and Cupcake may also be stone free, as both have no more blood in their urine! I will forever be team Sherwood!" - Kendra Fleming
Ca+2:P Ratio
Musculoskeletal System
Calcium without phosphorus is preposterous
Collectable sticker #77The Science:
Calcium to Phosphorous ratio: calcium without phosphorus is preposterous! I say this because phosphorus is often overlooked!
They are both needed in the right balance to aid in forming the mineral hydroxyapatite which gives bones their hardness and strength.
The Proof:
...doing binkies with all 4 feet getting off the ground!
Hi! I run Bunlandia Rabbit Rescue and I just wanted to let you know that I switched over Zelda, our 16lb Flemish sanctuary bun to the Free Choice Timothy pellet and she loves it! She came to us only eating a lower quality "rabbit feed," so to get her on such an improved diet is awesome! We have also been using the urinary and joint supplements and I cannot believe the difference in her in under a month! She had very thick sludge and it's completely gone. Our girl is jumping on the furniture and doing binkies with all 4 feet getting off the ground! Previously, she would only do the "head binkies." Getting 16lbs off the ground is no small feat and we are just overjoyed with the improvement in Zelda's quality of life." - Sara Pereiras
Zinc
Musculoskeletal System
Zinc
Collectable sticker #78The Science:
Zinc helps build and maintain strong bones by stimulating osteoblast cells (that build bone) and suppress osteoclast cells (that degrade bone), thus tipping the balance towards stronger bones.
Zinc also stimulates the formation of bone collagen, the framework that holds all of the minerals in bone together. Who knew that strong bones require much more than just calcium? Zinc is also required for vitamin D to work properly in cells and is essential for the proper activity of enzymes involved in protein synthesis needed for strong muscles.
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Our rabbits have gained muscle...
We love the simple, high quality ingredients and lack of fillers. Our rabbits have gained muscle, eat more hay, and drink more water since switching to Sherwood. It seems expensive but is actually cheaper than alternatives given the smaller serving size - really a great product at a great price." - Jennifer Krawec
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