 5 Holistic Ways to Keep Your Horse’s Immune System Strong This Winter!
Winter wellness isn’t just about fighting off bugs, it’s about supporting the whole horse. Here are five simple, holistic ways to keep immunity strong: 1. Strengthen Daily Defenses Start early with gentle, foundational immune support. Try Boost Immunity™ - a classic TCM formula for everyday seasonal resilience. 2. Support Recovery & Stress If your horse is older, depleted, or coming off illness, deepen the support. Immunity Plus™ helps rebuild vitality and immune strength. 3. Keep the Gut Happy Warm water, good forage, probiotics and digestive herbs = stronger immunity from the inside out. Using Digest Aid or Gastric Support can also be a big help during this time. 4. Fresh Air & Movement Ventilation, turnout, and circulation are essential for winter wellness. 5. Reduce Stress A calm, grounded horse has a stronger immune system. Routine matters. Calm Shen is an amazing support for the times we need it. At Whole Horse herbs we believe holistic care + smart herbal support = A healthier winter for your horse.
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 Get ahead this cold and flu season with Danielle's Cold and Flu Tea Blend.
A comforting, immune-boosting herbal tea crafted to support your body through seasonal colds, flu, and respiratory challenges. This soothing blend combines powerful botanicals used in both Western and Chinese traditions to strengthen resistance, ease symptoms, and promote faster recovery. Key Benefits:
Naturally caffeine-free and deliciously aromatic, this blend nurtures your body, comforts your spirit, and helps you breathe easier through cold and flu season. Find this and much more in Products for Riders!  In Traditional Chinese Medicine, autumn is the season of the lungs and breath, a time to support clear airways and strong immunity. For our horses, that means paying extra attention to respiratory health as the air turns cool and barn time increases.
Here are a few ways to help your herd breathe easy this season: -Feed low-dust hay or steam/soak hay before feeding. -Improve ventilation in barns and stalls, fresh air keeps lungs happy. -Reduce dust by cleaning aisles and using low-dust bedding. -Encourage hydration to keep airways moist and clear. Up to 80% of stabled horses show signs of airway inflammation from barn dust and poor ventilation, but small changes make a big difference. Support your horse’s lungs naturally with Whole Horse Herb's and our Breathing Right formula, a gentle herbal blend that promotes clear, easy breathing all season long.  Warm Tea for a Winter Boost
Get one of our favorite wintertime herbal recipes below, your horse will thank you! Herbs can be deeply supportive to horses during the cold months. Offering a cup of warm herbal tea in your horse’s grain bucket is a yummy, therapeutic way to warm them from the inside out! Try this cozy recipe: -1 tbsp lemon balm -1 tbsp goji berries -1 tsp dried hawthorn berries -1 cinnamon stick -½ tsp licorice root Bring 1 quart of water to a boil, add herbs, and simmer 3–5 minutes. Let cool to warm, strain (and compost the herbs!), then pour the tea over your horse’s supplements or hay pellets. Nourish your herd naturally all winter long with herbs Whole Horse Herbs.  Winter Barn Readiness Checklist
As the days grow shorter and the air turns crisp, it’s time to get your barn, your horses, and yourself ready for winter. A little preparation now makes for a smoother, safer, and healthier season ahead. Here are a few key ways to prepare: 1. Fill your hay barn: Stock up before winter storms and price spikes hit. Make sure bales are stacked off the ground and protected from moisture. 2. Winterize your arena: Improve drainage, check footing depth, and consider dragging or leveling before the rains start. 3. Reduce mud in high-traffic areas: Add gravel, mats, or footing around gates, water troughs, and feeding zones to keep your horses’ hooves healthy and your chores easier. 4. Check water sources: Insulate or heat troughs and hoses so your herd always has fresh, unfrozen water. 5. And don’t forget to support your horse’s health from the inside out. Stock up on your favorite wintertime Whole Horse Herbs formulas: Easy Mover ™ - to keep joints and muscles loose through colder weather and reduced turnout. Boost Immunity - to strengthen natural defenses through seasonal stress and weather changes.  At Whole Horse Herbs, every formula we create is handcrafted in small batches using only the finest quality ingredients. Why? Because your horse’s health deserves that level of care.
Unlike mass-produced herbal products, our small-batch process allows us to: -Maintain freshness and potency. - Ensure quality control at every step. -Choose ethically sourced and thoughtfully selected herbs. -Make formulas with care, intention, custom and experience. You won’t find fillers, shortcuts, or assembly-line processing here—just pure, powerful herbal support made the way it should be: by hand, with heart for horses and their humans.  Fall is the Season for Liver Support
In Traditional Chinese Medicine, fall is the perfect time to support the liver, the body’s natural detox powerhouse. For horses, this means helping the system gently clear toxins, process nutrients efficiently, and stay in balance as the seasons change. Signs your horse may benefit from a liver detox include: -Dull coat or skin irritation -Fatigue or sluggishness -Sensitivity to environmental or feed changes -Mood changes or irritability Our Liver Support & Detox Formula is designed to nourish and restore healthy liver function using a blend of traditional herbs that help the body release what it no longer needs, naturally. Support your horse’s vitality from the inside out this fall with gentle, whole-herb care with:  Did you know? Chinese herbs can be powerful allies for horses recovering from EPM. While conventional treatments target the parasite, herbal formulas can help support the whole horse, promoting recovery, resilience, and long-term balance. -EPM Support is designed to complement pharmaceutical treatments like Marquis or Protazil. It helps regulate immune response, reduce inflammation, and maintain gut and nerve health while the body fights the protozoa. -Post-Marquis/Protazil supports the recovery phase, helping rebuild strength and coordination, nourish the nervous system, and restore overall vitality after the intensive course of medication. Together, these formulas provide holistic support through all stages of recovery helping your horse heal more completely from the inside out. To see all of our EPM Formula options Never hesitate to call us if you have any questions about our formulas
(559) 683-4434 Mon-Thurs 10am-4pm PST  Did you know that the equine respiratory system is much different from the human's and that a number of factors can contribute to horses becoming deficient in oxygen?
As a result even the slightest bit of inflammation or obstruction in the respiratory system can result in a BIG impact on your horse and their performance. Smoke from wildfires, equine asthma, allergies and even dust from hay and bedding can all impact your horse's respiratory system negatively. Support your horse’s respiratory health naturally. Breathing Right blend helps moisten, nourish, and strengthen delicate lung tissue while promoting healthy bronchodilation and improved oxygen delivery. Ideal for horses exposed to dust, smoke, seasonal allergies or heavy training. Breathe Right Formula encourages clear, easy breathing and optimal performance.  Noche is loving a tasty treat of fresh-from-the-garden, Goji berries (Gou Qi Zi)! These tiny, antioxidant-packed berries have been used in Chinese medicine for centuries to support strong legs, clear vision, and a balanced outlook. 😍✨
Goji berries aren’t just for people, they’re great for horses too! Rich in vitamins A, C, E, and B-complex, plus amino acids and trace minerals, they help with: 💪 -Muscle recovery 🛡️ -Immune support ⚡ -Overall vitality Just a small handful can give your horse a boost of nutrition, making Goji a sweet, healthy snack for both horses and riders. Goji berries are also a staple in Whole Horse Antioxidant Omega Mix. Click the link below to learn more. 🐴❤️ |
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Gloria Garland, L.Ac, Dipl. Ac. & CH.. of Whole Horse Herbs. She has 30 years of experience
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