Description
Feeding Directions
- Frequency: Offer once per week as a supplement to your hens’ standard daily feed.
- Portion Size: As a guideline, roughly 1–2 handfuls of Dr. Hot Chick’s Health Grains per 5 birds (adjust based on flock size and appetite).
- Serving Tips:
- Scatter across the coop or run to encourage natural foraging behavior.
- Always provide a balanced layer feed and free-choice oyster shell alongside fresh water.
Feeding Dr. Hot Chick’s Health Grains more often may amplify some of the supportive, herb-related benefits — As always, moderation and close observation of the flock’s condition are the best guideposts.
Encourage your hens’ natural vitality with Dr. Hot Chick’s Health Grains. It’s the perfect way to add a healthy dose of herbal tradition and nourishing goodness to your flock—without compromising on your values or their wellbeing.
Nutrition:
- Crude Protein (CP): ~16.35%
- Crude Fat: ~8.67%
- Crude Fiber: ~8.13%
These values are approximations; actual nutrient levels vary by source, season, and quality of each ingredient.
Ingredient list and why we included each item.
1. White Wheat
- Major Nutrients & Amino Acids
- Carbohydrates for energy
- Moderate protein containing essential amino acids (including some methionine)
- Fiber supporting digestion
- Minerals
- Phosphorus for bone health
- Magnesium, manganese in moderate amounts
- Potential Egg & Bird Benefits
- Provides steady energy without using corn
- Contributes to consistent egg production when balanced with higher-protein ingredients
- Mild influence on shell quality.
2. Split Peas
- Major Nutrients & Amino Acids
- Rich in lysine, an essential amino acid for protein synthesis and egg formation
- Good source of plant-based protein
- Minerals
- Potassium for electrolyte balance
- Iron supporting oxygen transport
- Potential Egg & Bird Benefits
- Higher lysine content can help improve egg consistency and volume
- Contributes to overall egg nutrient density (protein quality)
- Supports hen muscle and feather health
3. Black Oil Sunflower Seeds (BOSS)
- Major Nutrients & Amino Acids
- Healthy fats (including linoleic acid) for energy, feather condition, and potentially egg lipid quality
- Moderate protein with amino acids like methionine, cystine, and arginine
- Minerals & Vitamins
- Vitamin E and selenium (antioxidant synergy)
- Trace minerals like copper and zinc for immune function and plumage
- Potential Egg & Bird Benefits
- Helps maintain egg size and consistent yolk quality (fats can enhance yolk richness)
- Encourages healthy body condition, which indirectly supports shell quality
- Historically used to promote vibrant plumage
4. Safflower Seeds
- Major Nutrients & Amino Acids
- High in polyunsaturated fats to support energy and potentially egg yolk richness
- Moderate protein contribution
- Minerals
- Phosphorus, magnesium, and small amounts of trace minerals
- Potential Egg & Bird Benefits
- Boosts overall fat content of the diet, which can influence a richer, more vibrant yolk color
- Helps maintain or increase egg weight via energy density
- * Historic use and budding research suggests safflower scent/oils may help repel rodents
5. Milo (Sorghum)
- Major Nutrients & Amino Acids
- Good carbohydrate source for sustained energy
- Moderate protein profile
- Minerals
- Contains phosphorus, iron, and zinc in moderate quantities
- Potential Egg & Bird Benefits
- Corn-free alternative providing steady energy for egg production
- Helps avoid common allergen concerns linked to corn
- Stable energy intake supports consistent shell formation when combined with proper calcium sources
6. Herb Mix
(Contains Alfalfa Meal, Ground Oats, Turmeric, Dried Oregano, Garlic Powder, Ground Pumpkin Seeds, and Cayenne Pepper)
- Primary Nutrient Contributions
- Alfalfa Meal
- Nutritional Profile: High in protein (17-20%), vitamins A, D, E, K, and minerals like calcium and magnesium.
- Benefits:
- Egg Production: Supports consistent laying due to its high protein content.
- Eggshell Quality: Calcium and other minerals strengthen eggshells.
- Yolk Coloration: Rich in xanthophylls and beta-carotene, enhancing yolk pigmentation.
- Feather Health: Aids in feather regrowth during molting.
- Alfalfa Meal
- Ground Oats
- Nutritional Profile: Provides carbohydrates, fiber, and some protein.
- Benefits:
- Energy Source: Supplies readily available energy for daily activities and egg production.
- Digestive Health: Fiber promotes gut motility and supports beneficial gut bacteria.
- Turmeric Powder
- Properties: Anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, antimicrobial.
- Benefits:
- Immune Support: Enhances the immune response, reducing susceptibility to infections.
- Joint Health: Anti-inflammatory effects may improve mobility, especially in older hens.
- Detoxification: Supports liver function and overall detoxification processes.
- Cayenne Pepper
- Properties: Stimulates circulation, antimicrobial, antiparasitic.
- Benefits:
- Appetite Stimulation: Encourages feed intake during times of stress or reduced appetite.
- Parasite Deterrence: May help reduce internal parasites due to capsaicin content.
- Thermoregulation: Improves blood flow, helping hens cope with cold temperatures.
- Dried Oregano
- Properties: Strong antimicrobial and antioxidant.
- Benefits:
- Respiratory Health: Protects against respiratory infections by combating pathogens.
- Gut Health: Promotes a healthy gut flora balance, improving nutrient absorption.
- Garlic Powder
- Properties: Antimicrobial, antifungal, antiparasitic.
- Benefits:
- Immune Boosting: Strengthens the immune system against various pathogens.
- Parasite Control: Helps in reducing worm burdens and external parasites like mites.
- Cardiovascular Health: Supports heart health and circulation.
- Ground Pumpkin Seeds
- Properties: Natural dewormer due to cucurbitacin content.
- Benefits:
- Parasite Expulsion: Aids in the natural elimination of intestinal parasites.
- Nutrient Provision: Supplies essential fatty acids, zinc, and other nutrients for overall health.
Overall Contribution to Egg Consistency, Quality, and Nutrient Values
- Protein & Amino Acids: The combination of grains, legumes, and seeds supplies a diverse amino acid profile. Adequate lysine, methionine, and other key amino acids are essential for albumen (egg white) consistency, shell strength, and overall egg production.
- Fats: Seeds (sunflower and safflower) and pumpkin seeds contribute healthy fats, potentially improving egg yolk quality (richness, color) and supporting hens’ overall metabolism.
- Vitamins & Minerals: The herb mix adds vitamins that enhance yolk color (xanthophylls) and strengthen egg quality. Free-choice calcium (like oyster shell) should still be offered separately for shell formation.
- Egg Nutrient Density: When combined properly (along with any needed vitamin–mineral supplementation), this mix can lead to nutrient-rich eggs with robust yolks, consistent whites, and strong shells.
Disclaimer:
- References to parasite control, immune support, or rodent-repelling properties are based on traditional use and emerging research.
- For a complete and balanced diet, additional supplementation (e.g., a poultry-specific vitamin–mineral premix, free-choice calcium) may be required, depending on local regulations and flock needs.
