Gastric emptying, intestinal absorption of electrolytes and exercise performance in electrolyte-supplemented horses (original) (raw)

The study investigates the effects of an oral electrolyte supplement (ES) on gastric emptying, intestinal absorption of sodium (Na+) and potassium (K+), and exercise performance in horses. Key findings indicate that the ES is rapidly emptied from the stomach and absorbed in the upper intestinal tract, resulting in increased duration of exercise before voluntary fatigue. The findings suggest that the ES effectively replaces sweat electrolyte losses during prolonged exercise, enhancing athletic performance in horses.