Best Vitamin E-Rich Foods for Horses

Ranked by vitamin e content among foods safe for horses in the Creature Feast catalog.

Sunflower Seeds per 100g: approximately 35mg alpha-tocopherol Sunflower seeds are one of the richest food sources of vitamin E available to horses. A handful mixed into the daily feed provides a significant boost.

Alfalfa Hay per kg fresh: approximately 40-80 IU (declines with storage) Fresh-cut alfalfa hay retains more vitamin E than grass hay due to its higher initial content, but levels still decline with storage. Feed the freshest hay possible.

Timothy Hay per kg fresh grass: 80-200 IU; per kg hay: 15-40 IU Fresh pasture grass is the best natural source of vitamin E for horses, containing 80-200 IU/kg. Timothy hay retains much less — typically under 20% of the original content after curing and storage.

Hemp Seeds per 100g: approximately 4-8mg vitamin E Hemp seeds provide vitamin E alongside omega-3 fatty acids, making them a dual-purpose supplement for coat and skin health.

Oats per 100g: approximately 0.7mg vitamin E Oats provide modest vitamin E. While not a concentrated source, they contribute when part of the daily grain ration.

Dandelion greens per 100g: approximately 3.4mg vitamin E Dandelion greens contain vitamin E along with a broad nutrient profile. Horses grazing pastures with dandelions get a natural boost.

Kale per 100g: approximately 1.5mg vitamin E Kale is rich in vitamin E for a leafy green. Can be offered as an occasional treat to horses, though it is not a traditional equine food.

Spinach per 100g: approximately 2mg vitamin E Spinach provides vitamin E but is high in oxalates, so it should only be an occasional treat in small amounts, not a regular dietary addition.

Sweet Potato per 100g: approximately 0.3mg vitamin E Sweet potato contains some vitamin E and is a palatable treat for horses. Feed cooked or raw in small pieces as an occasional supplement.