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Great words of advice, Tom.  We should all take note!
Laney

tom noll wrote:
> Jeri et al:
>  
> First, I am not an MD.  Nik's suggestion of low blood sugar is 
> perceptive and other possibilities are that your electrolytes may be out 
> of balance or that you may be dehydrated.  You can do a skin-tent test 
> on the back of your hand to check for dehydration.  Low electrolytes or 
> dehydration can lead to confusion.  It may be worthwhile to consider 
> some of the electrolyte supplements used by ultrarunners.  In some 
> situations, I have used a small dose of electrolyte paste intended for 
> my horse (Frank and I can share although I have yet to master the 
> flehmen!). 
>  
> The suggestions point to the need to adequately eat and drink so that 
> you can take care of your horse and the nutrition possibilities are far 
> easier to remedy than some of the other concerns.
>  
>  
> Best Regards,
>  
> Tom Noll
> SW Idaho
>  


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