American journal of veterinary research
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Comparative Study
Meal-induced gastric relaxation and emptying in horses after ingestion of high-fat versus high-carbohydrate diets.
To evaluate the effect of ingestion of a high-carbohydrate versus a high-fat meal on relaxation of the proximal portion of the stomach and subsequent gastric emptying in horses. ⋯ In horses, in contrast to most species, dietary fat supplementation may not have a profound effect on gastric motility.