tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2999325745047105520Tue, 20 Oct 2009 02:21:31 +0000natural horse care herbal teas and herbs for your horseshttp://simplynhn.blogspot.com/noreply@blogger.com (NHN)Blogger56125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2999325745047105520.post-5338872144543193149Fri, 04 Sep 2009 02:27:00 +00002009-09-03T21:43:35.818-06:00Herb of the monthHerb of the month: Red Clover It took me some time to figure out what herb I wanted to pair with September, but then today, I was out moving horses and found a patch of Red Clover and picked it and fed it to my horses. Hense, it has just become September’s herb of the month.Red Clover is a great herb medicinally, as well as being a very tasty herb for horses. It is great for all sorts of ailmentshttp://simplynhn.blogspot.com/2009/09/herb-of-month-red-clover.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (angela)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2999325745047105520.post-3810708199398476451Fri, 04 Sep 2009 01:57:00 +00002009-09-03T21:52:16.278-06:00breed of the monthSeptember Breed of the month: The Morgan HorseWe all know the story of Justin Morgan, but did you know that Justin Morgan was not the original name of the founding horse of this breed? His name was Figure, sired in 1789 in New England. The story of this horse goes… when he was a couple years old, came into the possession of Justin Morgan the man. As the horse grew, his compact and muscular body http://simplynhn.blogspot.com/2009/09/september-breed-of-month-morgan.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (angela)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2999325745047105520.post-3599054066286141011Fri, 31 Jul 2009 15:36:00 +00002009-07-31T09:37:03.402-06:00Herb of the monthAugust Herb of the month: Meadowsweet“… the flowers boiled in wine and drunke, do take away the fits of a quartaine fever…” John Gerard, 1597. (The complete Medicinal herbal)Meadowsweet is a wonderful herb that is cultivated in the summer months, hense it being a summer herb of the month. It has been used since ancient civilizations for many ailments, but mostly those that involve the stomachhttp://simplynhn.blogspot.com/2009/07/herb-of-month-meadowsweet.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (angela)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2999325745047105520.post-5273426590925746851Fri, 31 Jul 2009 15:32:00 +00002009-07-31T09:33:43.265-06:00breed of the monthAugust breed of the monthSince this is MY favorite breed, I will start off this newest section with the versatile Quarter Horse.The Quarter Horse is reputed to be the very first all-American breed of horse, bred originally in Virginia and the Seaboard. The foundation of the Quarter Horse came from a background of native, Eastern and Spanish blooded horses, and evolved into what we now know todayhttp://simplynhn.blogspot.com/2009/07/august-breed-of-month.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (angela)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2999325745047105520.post-7836545350380019678Sat, 18 Jul 2009 00:26:00 +00002009-07-17T18:54:53.049-06:00simplynhnHerbsproduct articlesNatural healthGrumpy Gelding blendMares are not the only ones that need help this time of year, and most of you know this to be true if you have stallions on your farm. With the increase in mares cycling even the most calm gelding or stallion can turn into a royal pain when it comes to handling.What most people do not understand is that with an increase in estrogen in mares, testosterone in the males also can http://simplynhn.blogspot.com/2009/07/grumpy-gelding-blend.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (angela)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2999325745047105520.post-2770811444576479751Thu, 02 Jul 2009 21:44:00 +00002009-07-02T15:45:00.968-06:00Herb of the monthHerb of the month: AlfalfaDid you know that alfalfa was a member of the pea family? It is, truly. This is a wonderful herb and I have decided to make it our herb of the month for July. Not only is this herb used often for feeding, but its also got quite a few health benefits as well. One of the big benefits of alfalfa is its ability to prevent excess cholesterol from absorbing into the body,http://simplynhn.blogspot.com/2009/07/julys-herb-of-month.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (angela)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2999325745047105520.post-4972898839040706169Fri, 26 Jun 2009 00:15:00 +00002009-07-02T15:49:55.867-06:00simplynhnNatural health<?xml:namespace prefix = o /> Re-post because I think this is vitally important, especially this time of yearAll living things need sodium to survive. It is essential for the body’s extra-cellular fluids and it helps to carry nutrients into the cells. Not only that but sodium helps to regulate other body functions, including blood pressure and fluid volumes. Sodium is required for proper http://simplynhn.blogspot.com/2009/06/sodium-balance-and-need-for-loose.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (angela)1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2999325745047105520.post-3498934563434175735Thu, 18 Jun 2009 18:45:00 +00002009-06-18T20:11:08.711-06:00simplynhnproduct articlesnew at SNHNNatural healthJust in time for Summer: Our NEW Summer BlendSimply NHN has created yet another wonderful blend for your horse. Not only does it smell heavenly, it's visually appealing and delicious and healthy. The herbs we’ve selected for this blend are special in that, they grow best in the summer time and give a great alternative to other types of treats and its also very nutritious.The first herb we’ve usedhttp://simplynhn.blogspot.com/2009/06/new-summer-blend.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (angela)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2999325745047105520.post-7538190671312690154Wed, 10 Jun 2009 19:36:00 +00002009-06-10T13:38:44.656-06:00Help neededHave a story you’d like to tell? Send us your story about how your relationship with your horse has changed after switching to a more natural way of being and receive a free sample of our new shampoo. (This can be natural horsemanship, diet changes, changing the way you interact with your horse, etc… be creative.) Look at our website or click HERE for the types of shampoo we have available. One http://simplynhn.blogspot.com/2009/06/calling-all-horse-owners.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (angela)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2999325745047105520.post-3427420730582489550Wed, 10 Jun 2009 16:51:00 +00002009-06-10T10:53:31.461-06:00simplynhnHerbsproduct articlesNatural healthGreat alternative to ButeOur pain blend is a wonderful alternative to Bute for horses that have either long term injuries or those that have problems with arthritis, including laminitis and other chronic painful conditions. As we all know Phenylbutazone, or Bute is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) and cylo-oxygenase inhibitor. It works chemically in the body to decrease pain. The http://simplynhn.blogspot.com/2009/06/great-alternative-to-bute.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (angela)2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2999325745047105520.post-6313370790122265832Thu, 04 Jun 2009 00:31:00 +00002009-06-05T10:53:36.882-06:00Natural healthHot weather and dehydrationHot weather can spell disaster for both riders and horses. Often times we don’t think about how hot things can get, especially when our horses are carrying not only themselves, but usually a saddle, other tack like saddle bags and a rider. We, as riders are along for the ride, but do we know about the symptoms of heat stroke in our equine friends?Of course hydration is http://simplynhn.blogspot.com/2009/06/hot-weather-and-dehydration.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (angela)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2999325745047105520.post-996615194104800441Sat, 30 May 2009 21:08:00 +00002009-05-30T15:37:23.002-06:00simplynhnHerbsNatural healthUlcers in horsesUlcers are becoming more and more of a problem in horses as their natural lifestyle is being lost to one that easier for humans to manage. People are moving their horses away from pastures, and stalling their horses more. This is creating a huge change in the horse’s normal function. Horses are made to forage throughout the day and night, eating grasses that nurture their bodies http://simplynhn.blogspot.com/2009/05/ulcers-in-horses.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (angela)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2999325745047105520.post-2114697801867344887Sat, 11 Apr 2009 14:47:00 +00002009-04-11T09:17:56.761-06:00pinwormssimplynhnparastiteswormsnatural wormingWhy worm naturally?This subject is huge when it comes to debates. Vets swear by chemical worming, and most literally refuse to believe that there is a better way. It’s completely understandable. First of all, vets are medically trained and the focus of their training is in pharmacological medicine. This is NOT their fault in anyway. Similar to any kind of training, you can only know what you’ve http://simplynhn.blogspot.com/2009/04/why-worm-naturally.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (angela)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2999325745047105520.post-3546807754517348233Tue, 07 Apr 2009 16:32:00 +00002009-04-07T10:35:18.634-06:00Using HerbsDaily blendThis blend started out as our “Spring Fling”. At first we were not planning on using this blend as a daily feed, but after we got the analysis back on it, those plans changed. Our daily blend is a great, all around blend that is high in vitamins and minerals. I use this personally on all my horses’ daily who all line up to get their handful. What began as just a great tasting herbal http://simplynhn.blogspot.com/2009/04/give-your-horses-nutritious-treat-with.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (NHN)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2999325745047105520.post-9032762022219488983Sun, 05 Apr 2009 15:04:00 +00002009-04-05T09:09:59.254-06:00natural dewormingnew at SNHNNatural healthWe now have our own grooming line, which includes luxuriant shampoos, spot off and our bug free.All new natural de-wormers including a paste wormer for your convenience.And our new Canine Muscle & Jointhttp://simplynhn.blogspot.com/2009/04/all-new-snhn.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (NHN)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2999325745047105520.post-3252585676717856424Sun, 01 Feb 2009 21:14:00 +00002009-02-01T20:22:32.329-07:00Herb of the monthUsing HerbsNatural healthWe here at Simply NHN decided to share with you the ingredients in our specialty blends, as well as what we use them for and why. Each blend is hand measured, to the exact beneficial amounts and are safe for most horses no matter their fitness level, age or size.We have researched our Respiratory/Immunity blend and came up with the following ingredients… all of which work very well together, to http://simplynhn.blogspot.com/2009/02/simply-nhns-respiratoryimmunity-blend.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (NHN)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2999325745047105520.post-3284649158917839580Wed, 28 Jan 2009 17:38:00 +00002009-01-28T10:40:58.410-07:00HerbsNatural healthSimply NHN has now been in business for one full year. And with everything else, the price of herbs has gone up. So starting Feb 1 all our herbal products and de-wormer will go up. We were able to keep the introductory price going for a full year!We will only be going up a little so don't panic. But let me explain why we keep our prices low. Or maybe I should say why we can. Because we focus on http://simplynhn.blogspot.com/2009/01/price-is-right.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (NHN)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2999325745047105520.post-6425279667785818546Wed, 21 Jan 2009 17:37:00 +00002009-01-21T10:40:33.163-07:00Natural healthEach month Simply NHN will be coming out with an article specific to each of our herbal blends. In these articles we will be highlighting the ingredients in each blend, the benefits, and why we have chosen those specific ingredients. All this is for education and so you, the customer, can understand us, and Simply NHN.Herbal nutrition doesn’t have to be complicated. It can be as easy or http://simplynhn.blogspot.com/2009/01/information-for-you.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (NHN)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2999325745047105520.post-703409623341301544Sun, 18 Jan 2009 18:47:00 +00002009-01-18T14:07:48.182-07:00HerbsUsing HerbsNatural healthWe put our Winter Blend together being mindful of the grasses and forages that are not available during the winter as in other seasons. Most horses get only rations of hay during these months and they must oftentimes deal with the additional cold resulting in more energy needs to keep the body warm. A horses immune system can easily be compromised.Just as humans can get additional illness in thehttp://simplynhn.blogspot.com/2009/01/winter-blend.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (NHN)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2999325745047105520.post-430396135241816617Sun, 11 Jan 2009 15:34:00 +00002009-01-11T08:36:22.093-07:00Due to popular inquiry and request, we have decided to go live with our natural wormer earlier than expected.I'm not going to say too much about it, since I did so much regarding it in the wormer post, but to recap.Our natural wormer is safe, effective and all natural. It will get rid of worms and other stinky parasites without the need for chemical worming or rotation schedules, nor will you http://simplynhn.blogspot.com/2009/01/natural-de-wormer-is-here.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (NHN)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2999325745047105520.post-86029729231885288Wed, 31 Dec 2008 17:18:00 +00002008-12-31T13:11:03.441-07:00natural dewormingWow, there are many opinions on worming your horse, we all have been told that all horses have worms, and we have all been told that if you don't worm your horse on a schedule with chemical wormers you are a bad horse owner. Well being the rebel I am I set out to find some facts about worms and de-worming.Some worm facts:Worm cycles are more prevalent in the spring and fall than in the dead of http://simplynhn.blogspot.com/2008/12/chemical-vs-natural-deworming.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (NHN)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2999325745047105520.post-6532830607288920393Mon, 15 Dec 2008 01:13:00 +00002008-12-14T18:43:27.740-07:00Natural healthit's best not to bathe a horse too much in the winter so here is a simply dry shampoo you can useSprinkle baking soda with crushed or powdered lavender over the coat. Brushed in, then back out. Dirt and grime will lift out and off the horse.Dehydration is your horse’s worst enemy. During cold snaps, keep your horse drinking by making sure his beverage of choice stays well above freezing. Even http://simplynhn.blogspot.com/2008/12/some-simple-winter-tips.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (NHN)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2999325745047105520.post-1383724485777541956Sun, 23 Nov 2008 20:11:00 +00002008-11-23T13:50:54.342-07:00Using HerbsHerbs are the highest quality food known to man containing vitamins, minerals and trace elements in natural balance and harmony.Herbs are food, not drugs. Herbs can be taken in large quantities with no harmful side effects. Mixing herbs has less of a side effect than eating different foods together. http://simplynhn.blogspot.com/2008/11/herbs-are-food.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (NHN)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2999325745047105520.post-52060267978332382Tue, 11 Nov 2008 21:55:00 +00002008-11-11T14:58:20.365-07:00By Eleanor Van NattaAfter about 12 years of being absent from the horse world, I bought a horse and put her into the first of several stables at which we would end up boarding. While I was not new to horses, there was still a lot of information that I did not know and had never learned from my high school and college days of playing with horses. I had no idea about the many challenges and http://simplynhn.blogspot.com/2008/11/natural-horse-care-and-boarding.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (NHN)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2999325745047105520.post-7817056765214442657Sun, 26 Oct 2008 14:29:00 +00002008-10-26T08:44:39.833-06:00Toxic plantsRussian KnapweedThis is a very invasive species that was introduced accidentally as a seed contaminant in the early 1900's. Russian knapweed is a member of the Aster family, Thistle tribe and is a creeping perennial. It reproduces by seeds and creeping, horizontal roots. Roots, which are both vertical and horizontal in the soil, may or may not be black with a scaley appearance. The ridged stems http://simplynhn.blogspot.com/2008/10/toxic-plant-spotlight.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (NHN)0