The gut microbiota has been designated as a hidden metabolic 'organ'because of its
enormous impact on host metabolism, physiology, nutrition, and immune function. The …

Seaweed (known as marine algae) has a tradition of being part of the animal feed in the
coastal areas, from ancient times. Seaweeds, are mixed with animal feed, because when …

Along with the intensive development of methods of livestock breeding, breeders'
expectations are growing concerning feed additives that would guarantee such results as …

This experiment was carried out to evaluate the effects of dietary addition of probiotics
(Protexin) and prebiotics (active MOS, mannan oligosaccharides) on growth performance …

With the increase in regulations regarding the use of antibiotic growth promoters and the rise
in consumer demand for poultry products from 'Raised Without Antibiotics' or 'No Antibiotics …

Simple Summary Probiotics are feed additives that have gained popularity in poultry
production following the ban of antibiotic growth promoters (AGP). They are one of the more …

Maintaining a healthy gut environment is a prerequisite for sustainable animal production.
The gut plays a key role in the digestion and absorption of nutrients and constitutes an initial …

The microbial communities inhabiting the gastrointestinal tract (GIT) of chickens are
essential for the gut homeostasis, the host metabolism and affect the animals' physiology …

Antibiotics have been used for many years as growth promoters. They contribute to build the
immunocompetence (ie ability of the body to produce a normal immune response following …

Recent outbreaks of food-borne diseases highlight the need for reducing bacterial
pathogens in foods of animal origin. Animal enteric pathogens are a direct source for food …