Flex is one of the craftable items in the game. Users in the Nutritionist stream can produce it using algae, flax and soybeans.

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Supplementing for Soundness

Omega-3 fatty acids are long-chain fatty acids that are used in making cell membranes in the body. They also have a role as an immune system messenger that can help inhibit inflammation, so they are often used by horse owners to help their horses recover from strenuous exercise. By reducing the amount of inflammation, horses may be less likely to develop arthritic changes in their joints due to exercise.

The main types of Omega-3 fatty acids are alpha linolenic acid (ALA), docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) and eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA). In the body, ALA is converted into DHA and EPA, however there have been some studies that suggest that horses may not have the ability to make this conversion successfully.

ALA typically comes from plant sources, such as flax and soybeans. It also can be found in pasture and hay, so horses typically consume a large amount of Omega-3s in their daily rations. DHA and EPA come from marine sources, primarily algae, and may be a more effective method of supplementing your horse with Omega-3s beyond their normal diet. Algae also has the highest concentration of Omega-3s on a per gram basis.

In Oxer to Oxer, these ingredients are combined into the product Flex. Flex helps slow the rate of soundness loss a horse experiences during competition for one game year. This can keep your prized competitor going for longer than they may have been able to otherwise!

1. Janicki, K.M. Which Omega-3 sources are best for my horse? The Horse, 2019. https://thehorse.com/168549/which-omega-3-sources-are-best-for-my-horse/