and more recent research on vit E available at the
Kentucky Equine Research website library http://www.ker.com/ and caveated that you should check
with your vet and local extension service to determine if you are in high or low
selenium and/or iodine areas (relative to where your hay is grown).
I am certain the subject of the legalities of dispensing feed or medical
advice has been broached before on this list. I would like to bring it
to everyone's well meaning intensions to always always always preface your
recommendations with "this is what I do in my circumstances as always consult
your vet prior to changing your horses feed and care!"
Personal experience has dictated to never dispense advice without a
disclaimer. Just my .02 cents!