Welcome to The Health Coop
Positive hen health begins with nutrition and promotes happier, healthier birds that lay a higher grade of egg and live a happier life. We publish professional health advice and tips for keeping hens as healthy as possible at home. Our health tips are written by professional vets and approved by the Surrey Poultry Vet.
What is ECHINACEA and how does it work?
Echinacea is a group of flowering plants that belong in the daisy family. Like most plant preparations, the broad activity of Echinacea is not due to a single group of compounds but the complex mixture of different active ingredients that include polyphenols, isobutylamides and alkamides.
What is WILLOW BARK (SALICYN) and how does it work in a hen?
Willow bark contains a precursor of acetylsalicylic acid, otherwise known as aspirin.
Giving hens a boost with Curcumin
Turmeric, known as Curcuma longa, is a plant from the ginger family, long been recognised for its potential health properties.
What are Botanicals and Essential Oils?
A botanical is a substance obtained from a plant which offers medicinal, cosmetic, tea and distilling use, amongst others.
Treat your hens
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