Ask the Nutritionist: Dr. Getty's Forum for Equine Nutrition
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Hi Heather,
The best thing you can do is provide her with a nutritious diet so she does not experience extreme hormonal responses during her heat cycle.
Plenty of clean, high quality grass hay, along with some alfalfa, should make up the majority of her diet. Then, add an energy source such as beet pulp, rice bran, or flaxseed meal, depending on her health and energy needs. And, finally, a good multiple vitamin/mineral supplement such as Accel.
Congratulations on becoming a horse owner!
All the best,
Dr. Getty 