Its funny,

I've known of "milkshakes" for a number of years, but I never knew precisely what they did. There was no information upon it and I didn't pursue questioning regarding it. Now, you can't turn anywhere without finding in depth stories upon the practice. It's a complete reversal of the informatoin blackout, which is a very good sign a change is in the air.

Following is a blurb from the online DRF. The part about "dissipation in the blood" kinda makes me believe that milkshakes may indeed have a double boost to the horse. Neutralization of lactic acid and also that as the substance "dissipates" or breaks down the horse may get a little oxygenation jolt from the oxygen molecules in the compound. I do know now that even those more familiar with milkshakes are not entirely certain of the chemical/biological relationships:

For a postrace test, "The time to get a sample is specific. It has to be done about an hour to an hour and 15 minutes after a race," said Joe Lynch, the director of racing operations for the New York racing board. "It tends to dissipate in the blood.":

http://www.drf.com/news/article/62045.html


The other possibility is the kidneys clear it out in complete substance form. Its not all milkshaking though.

Doping,

Results look a little mixed Friday on a notion that the Fed Investigation may dissuade hanky panky quickly. Carlos Martin actually won the first race at Aqeduct before his license was suspended. Thereafter "Son of Leading Trainer" also won. Mullins took down two at Santa Anita. No comment on whether the horses fit, none went off very high and none won by very much.

CtC



Post Edited (01-15-05 08:29)