What You Need to Know About Magnesium in Companion Animals

Tuesday, June 16 · 10:00 AM EST

Magnesium is widely consumed as a human dietary supplement.  Should our beloved companion animals also be taking magnesium?  This webinar will introduce you to magnesium absorption, the roles that magnesium plays in the body and why they are important.  It will touch on formulation and bioavailability considerations. 

Stephen Ashmead is Senior Fellow, Research & Development at Balchem Corporation, where he specializes in mineral amino acid chelates and their functional applications. With more than 40 years of experience, he has played a key role in advancing the science of organic trace minerals, particularly in areas such as magnesium measurement and deficiency restoration. Ashmead continues the legacy of his grandfather, Harvey H. Ashmead, founder of Albion Minerals and pioneer of amino acid chelation technology. He holds a BS in Biology and an MS in Nutrition Science from the University of Utah, as well as an MBA from Western Governors University.