SummaryDr. Giovana Catandi discusses her research on the effects of dietary supplements on oocyte metabolism and reproductive outcomes in mares. In her previous study, she found that oocytes from older mares have reduced metabolic function and lower developmental potential. In her latest study, she tested the effects of dietary additives on oocyte metabolism and found that certain supplements can improve oocyte quality and increase embryo production in older mares. She recommends a combination of supplements, including L-carnitine, antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals, to improve overall mare health and fertility outcomes. The prolonged use of supplements for at least 8 weeks is recommended to see positive effects. Dr. Catandi also mentions the importance of nutrition and overall health in improving fertility outcomes in mares.Keywordsmare reproduction, oocyte metabolism, dietary supplements, oocyte quality, embryo production, mare health, fertility outcomes, L-carnitine, antioxidants, vitamins, minerals, nutritionTakeawaysOocytes from older mares have reduced metabolic function and lower developmental potential.Certain dietary supplements can improve oocyte quality and increase embryo production in older mares.A combination of supplements, including L-carnitine, antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals, can improve overall mare health and fertility outcomes.Prolonged use of supplements for at least 8 weeks is recommended to see positive effects.Nutrition and overall health play a crucial role in improving fertility outcomes in mares.Chapters00:00 Introduction and Background02:25 Study on Oocyte Metabolism in Older Mares06:00 Effects of Dietary Supplements on Oocyte Quality09:24 Practical Recommendations for Horse Breeders and Veterinarians14:05 Key Ingredients in Dietary Supplements18:29 How Supplements Reach the Oocyte22:17 Duration and Timing of Supplement Use24:08 Supplementation for Middle-Aged Mares26:44 Importance of Overall Nutrition and Health29:22 Future Research and Transgenerational Effects32:40 Conclusion and Call for Further Research

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