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supplementation - Coggle Diagram
supplementation
Types of supplementation
proteins
vitamins/minerals eg calcium
omega fatty acids
Natural supplements eg fruit
Glucosamine/oils
Pro/pre biotics
Multi vitamins
When can we use Supplements
when excess energy is being used
Animals that lack access to natural light
ill/injured/recovering
For stress and anxiety
Pregnancy/Lactation
Lacks a nutrient in the diet or has poor eating habits
Regulations and Supplements
not excessive amounts
not false or misleading
label represents the product
not under or over potent
need for each nutrient
Why are supplements required?
May be required in captivity - diet/environment not adequate
maintaining health - mixed viatmins/minerals
Individual problems may necessitate supplements - deficiency/disease/disorder
life stages - boosts may be beneficial
Supplementation overdose
Fat soluble that can be overdosed - A and D
Can cause anorexia, depression, weakness - in reptiles
too much - detrimental eg bone disorders in puppies
hyperviatminosis
What is a supplement
Usually liquid/powder/tablet/capsule
An addition to a diet - vitamin/mineral to support health
Usually unnecessary for a species with a balanced diet