02/20/2026
When a horse has a compromised stomach lining, ulcers, or broader gut dysfunction, the impact extends far beyond the digestive tract. The gastrointestinal system is deeply connected to nearly every major body system.
The gut houses the majority of the immune system and communicates directly with the entire system, gut dysfunction can impact:
• Immunity→ barrier function weakness (leaky gut), increased chronic inflammation, increased illness susceptibility, slow healing.
• Nervous system→ behavioral changes, anxiety or spookiness, depressive symptoms
• Endocrine system (hormone balance)→ impair healing, disrupt metabolic balance, influence insulin regulation, weight loss or muscle wasting
• Musculoskeletal System→ deteriorating topline, suffering muscle development, poorer hoof quality, tense muscles.
• Circulatory & Detox Systems→ gut allows toxins into the bloodstream, overloaded liver, systemic increase in inflammation
• Performance & Metabolic Function→ reduced stamina, poor feed efficiency, inconsistent performance
Why It Becomes a Cycle:
Ulcers → pain → stress → more acid production → further lining damage.
Microbiome imbalance → inflammation → barrier breakdown → immune activation → more inflammation.
Without intervention, this cycle reinforces itself. That’s why comprehensive gut support matters.
Tum Tum was formulated to:
✔ Soothe and protect the stomach lining (Marshmallow Root, Slippery Elm, Flax)
✔ Buffer excess acid (Sodium Bicarbonate)
✔ Bind toxins & debris (Bentonite Clay, Activated Charcoal, Psyllium)
✔ Support microbial balance (Garlic, Apple Pectin, Apple Fiber)
✔ Promote healthy inflammation response (Turmeric, Ginger)
✔ Support immune resilience (Echinacea)
Because when you restore balance in the gut…
you support the entire horse.
https://potatopatchfarms.com/store/Tum-Tum-p680539781
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