Estimated Sweat Composition and Electrolyte Replacement in Horses
Electrolyte | Amount Lost per L of Sweat | Required replacement amount per L sweat |
|---|---|---|
Sodium | 3.1 g/L | 3.45 g |
Chloride | 5.3 g/L | 5.5 g |
Potassium | 1.6 g/L | 2 g |
Calcium | 0.12 g/L | Trace |
Adapted from Harris PA, Coenen M, Frape D, Jeffcott LB, Meyer H. Equine nutrition and metabolic diseases. In: Higgins AJ, Snyder JR, eds. The Equine Manual. 2nd ed. Saunders; 2006:151-222. doi:10.1016/B978-0-7020-2769-7.50008-3 | ||
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