🧬 The Overlooked Gut–Immune–Metabolism Axis It’s now well-established in both human and veterinary science that the digestive system is central to immune balance and metabolic function. Here’s why gut health is crucial for horses prone to: EMS & Insulin Resistance Laminitis (acute and subclinical) PPID (Cushing’s) The Impact of a Compromised Gut When the gut is compromised, several issues can arise: Systemic inflammation increases, raising laminitis risk. Insulin sensitivity