When horses are in full work, their bodies are under constant pressure. Whether it’s Standardbreds pulling a sulky, Thoroughbreds at full gallop or Eventers facing cross-country jumps, every muscle is working hard.
This intense exercise leads to oxidative stress - a natural but damaging process caused by free radicals. Left unchecked, oxidative stress can impact performance, recovery, and long-term health.
What is Oxidative Stress?
Oxidation is a normal metabolic process in the production of energy. A by-product of this process is free radicals - unstable molecules that can damage cell membranes, enzymes and tissues. Over time, this damage contributes to inflammation, fatigue and slower recovery.
Normally the body relies on antioxidants to neutralise these free radicals. But when exercise is intense, free radical production can exceed the body’s antioxidant defences. This imbalance is known as oxidative stress - and it can compromise muscular, respiratory, and joint health.
What Is Melofeed®?
Melofeed® brings another powerful “free radical fighter” to the table. It’s a natural antioxidant made from the freeze-dried juice of a unique melon variety, naturally rich in superoxide dismutase (SOD) - a primary antioxidant enzyme and one of the body’s first lines of defence against oxidative stress.
Unlike synthetic antioxidants, Melofeed® delivers this enzyme in a plant-based, bioavailable form that works in synergy with the horse’s natural systems. It’s backed by scientific research and used in elite equine feeds worldwide.
How Does Melofeed® Help Horses in Work?
Horses in intense work - such as harness racing, galloping, eventing or daily training - benefit from targeted antioxidant support. Melofeed® helps by:
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Supporting Muscle Integrity: Helps maintain healthy muscle membranes and reduce enzyme leakage after exercise
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Promoting Faster Recovery: Reduces the impact of oxidative stress so muscles repair more efficiently
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Supporting Joint Health: Protects joint cartilage from oxidative degradation
By helping to moderate free radical levels, Melofeed® supports performance and protects long-term health.
Melofeed® Works Even More Effectively with Selenium and Vitamin E
Melofeed® doesn’t work alone. When combined with organic selenium and vitamin E, it forms a first line of antioxidant defence. Together, these nutrients in Fiskens Harness help reduce cell damage, support immune response and aid post-exercise recovery.
Scientific studies show that horses fed SOD-rich antioxidants like Melofeed® alongside organic selenium have lower blood markers for muscle damage (CPK, SGOT) after intense training. This combination benefits both muscle and joint integrity, preserving the health and longevity of equine athletes.
Why We Include Melofeed® in Fiskens Harness Feed
Fiskens Harness Feed is designed for horses in full work. That includes harness racing, galloping, eventing or any discipline that demands power, endurance and quick recovery.
This high-energy, high-protein feed includes:
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Full-fat soya for slow-release energy
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Cold-pressed canola oil for energy density and omega support
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Organic selenium for cellular protection
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Melofeed® for advanced antioxidant support.
Melofeed® ensures that horses receive not just energy for work - but the recovery support and resilience they need to thrive in demanding conditions.
Trusted Ingredient, Scientifically Backed
Melofeed® is produced by Lallemand Animal Nutrition and supported by research from leading equine health and feed manufacturers. Its inclusion in Fiskens Harness Feed underscores our commitment to proven, science-based nutrition that enhances both performance and long-term wellbeing.
Where to Find Melofeed®
You’ll find Melofeed® in Fiskens Harness Feed - a premium formulation created for performance and recovery. It’s trusted by trainers who want serious results from a high-value feed.
Fiskens Nutritional Science
Fiskens feeds are formulated in collaboration with qualified equine nutritionists for optimal performance and balance. With over 60 years of expertise in equine nutrition, Fiskens is a trusted leader in developing scientifically-backed feed solutions that support horse health and performance across all disciplines.
Superior nutrition that won’t break the bank.