Q: Why are the minerals diluted with salt and rice hulls?
A: The minerals are diluted with salt and/or rice hulls for a couple of key reasons:
- Salt acts as a deterrent to discourage overconsumption, ensuring that one lick doesn't result in an overdose. It also helps dilute the minerals, making it safer for your animals.
- Rice hulls help prevent caking, ensuring the minerals remain in a usable form.
Q: Does the Organic Grassfed Line contain rice hulls?
A: No, the Organic Grassfed Line does not contain rice hulls.
Q: Has this mineral system been safe for use over time?
A: Yes, this mineral system has been in use since the 1960s, with no known cases of toxicity. Formulated by nutritional scientists and tested over time, you can be confident that there is no risk of overdose, and the right amount of minerals is available for your animals.
Q: Are there risks with homemade mineral blends?
A: Yes, there have been cases of fatal overdose when using homemade blends, particularly with copper sulfate. We offer copper chloride, which is properly diluted, with no known issues of toxicity.