{"product_id":"kelato-muscleguard-paste-32g","title":"Kelato MuscleGUARD Paste","description":"\u003ch3\u003eSupports the horse during and after exercise. Helps to improve stamina and support recovery by reducing muscle soreness and fatigue.\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhat is MuscleGUARD?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMuscleGUARD\u003c\/strong\u003e provides amino acids, vitamins and potent antioxidants that have a role in maintaining normal muscle and nerve function during and after intense exercise. 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