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20 resultsShowing papers similar to The Effect of Dietary Supplementation with Zinc Amino Acids on Immunity, Antioxidant Capacity, and Gut Microbiota Composition in Calves
ClearBioavailability of Methionine-Coated Zinc Nanoparticles as a Dietary Supplement Leads to Improved Performance and Bone Strength in Broiler Chicken Production
Methionine-coated zinc nanoparticles used as a feed supplement in broiler chickens improved growth performance, zinc digestibility, and bone strength compared to conventional zinc sources. The results suggest amino acid-coated nano minerals could be a more bioavailable and effective form of mineral supplementation in poultry production.
The Anti-Oxidative, Anti-Inflammatory, Anti-Apoptotic, and Anti-Necroptotic Role of Zinc in COVID-19 and Sepsis
This review summarizes zinc's multiple protective roles in the body, including its anti-oxidative, anti-inflammatory, and cell-death-regulating properties, with a focus on relevance to severe infections like sepsis. Researchers describe how zinc modulates key immune pathways and inhibits specific enzymes involved in programmed cell death. The study highlights zinc's potential as a supportive nutritional element in managing inflammatory conditions.
Reduced Glutathione Promoted Growth Performance by Improving the Jejunal Barrier, Antioxidant Function, and Altering Proteomics of Weaned Piglets
A study of 180 weaned piglets showed that adding reduced glutathione to their diet improved growth, strengthened the intestinal barrier, and boosted antioxidant defenses in the gut. These findings suggest that glutathione supplementation could serve as a potential alternative to antibiotics for supporting young animal health during the stressful weaning period.
Effects of Post-Ruminal Urea Supplementation during the Seasonal Period on Performance and Rumen Microbiome of Rearing Grazing Nellore Cattle
Post-ruminal urea supplementation in grazing Nellore cattle during the dry season did not significantly improve weight gain or feed efficiency compared to conventional urea supplementation. Rumen microbiome composition remained similar across treatments, suggesting the bypass urea approach offers limited advantages under these conditions.
The Effect of Rumen Microbiota in The Susceptibility of Subacute Ruminal Acidosis in Dairy Cows
Researchers studied how differences in rumen bacteria and fungi affect whether dairy cows develop a metabolic disease caused by high-grain diets. This gut microbiome research is not directly related to microplastics but is relevant to understanding how gut microbial communities influence susceptibility to environmental exposures.
Effects of blended microbial feed additives on performance, meat quality, gut microbiota and metabolism of broilers
Researchers evaluated the effects of supplementing diets of 240 Wenchang broilers with blended microbial feed additives at 0, 0.2, 0.4, and 0.6 percent concentrations over 70 days, measuring outcomes including growth performance, meat quality, gut microbiota composition, and metabolic parameters.
Immunonutrition: facilitating mucosal immune response in teleost intestine with amino acids through oxidant-antioxidant balance
This review explores how specific amino acids can boost the immune response in the intestines of fish by modulating oxidative stress and antioxidant balance. Researchers found that nutrients like glutamine, arginine, and tryptophan help strengthen the mucosal immune barrier in the fish gut, which is important for disease resistance in aquaculture. While focused on fish health, the findings contribute to broader understanding of how nutrition influences gut immunity across species.
An Integrated Comprehensive Peptidomics and In Silico Analysis of Bioactive Peptide-Rich Milk Fermented by Three Autochthonous Cocci Strains
Researchers used three bacterial strains isolated from artisanal dairy products to ferment milk and then analyzed the bioactive peptides produced using advanced peptidomics techniques. They identified numerous peptides with potential antioxidant, antimicrobial, and blood-pressure-lowering properties. The study suggests that fermented dairy products made with these specific starter cultures could serve as functional foods with health-supporting benefits.
Comparative analysis of gut fungal composition and structure of the yaks under different feeding models
Researchers compared the gut fungal communities of wild yaks, house-fed domestic yaks, and grazing domestic yaks on the Tibetan plateau. They found that wild and grazing yaks had significantly more diverse gut fungal communities than house-fed yaks, with the feeding model strongly influencing which fungal species thrived. The study suggests that natural grazing supports a richer gut microbiome in yaks compared to indoor feeding, with potential implications for animal health and digestion.
Combined Omics Analysis Further Unveils the Specific Role of Butyrate in Promoting Growth in Early-Weaning Animals
Researchers investigated whether dietary butyrate supplementation could improve intestinal health and growth in early-weaned rabbits using combined transcriptomic and metabolomic analysis. They found that butyrate strengthened the intestinal barrier, improved gut microbial balance by suppressing harmful bacteria, and enhanced metabolic pathways related to inflammation reduction and antioxidant capacity. The study suggests that butyrate supplementation may help alleviate the intestinal disruption commonly caused by early weaning in young animals.
Effect of zinc and protein content in different barley cultivars: use of controlled release matrices
Researchers tested controlled-release protein-based matrices containing zinc on six barley cultivars, finding that the matrices improved seed germination and zinc content in plants, offering a more efficient alternative to conventional fertilization for this important cereal crop.
Anthocyanins as Immunomodulatory Dietary Supplements: A Nutraceutical Perspective and Micro-/Nano-Strategies for Enhanced Bioavailability
This review examines anthocyanins as immunomodulatory dietary supplements, covering their antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effects on immune cells, cytokine balance, gut microbiota, and gut health. The review also discusses micro- and nano-delivery strategies to improve the bioavailability of these plant-derived pigments.
Environmental Cadmium Exposure Perturbs Gut Microbial Dysbiosis in Ducks
Environmental cadmium exposure in ducks was found to perturb gut microbial diversity and community composition, with dysbiosis patterns suggesting that heavy metal contamination in agricultural environments can impair gut health in waterfowl.
Gut microbiota remodeling drived by dietary millet protein prevents the metabolic syndrome
Researchers found that millet bran protein extract prevented metabolic syndrome in high-fat diet mice by remodeling gut microbiota and reducing obesity, chronic inflammation, and insulin resistance. The protective effects were linked to specific gut microbial metabolites influenced by dietary millet protein.
The Importance of Humic Acids in Shaping the Resistance of Soil Microorganisms and the Tolerance of Zea mays to Excess Cadmium in Soil
Researchers assessed whether a humic acid soil amendment (Humus Active) could protect maize from cadmium toxicity by modifying the soil bacterial community structure under heavy metal stress. Humic acid treatment improved soil bacterial diversity and reduced cadmium uptake by maize, suggesting that humic preparations can partially restore soil microbiome function and crop health in cadmium-contaminated agricultural land.
Integration of Non-Coding RNA and mRNA Profiles Reveals the Mechanisms of Rumen Development Induced by Different Types of Diet in Calves
Researchers used integrated non-coding RNA and mRNA profiling to reveal molecular mechanisms underlying rumen development in calves fed different diet types, identifying regulatory networks that influence gastrointestinal maturation.
Effect of Different Dietary Selenium Sources on Growth Performance, Antioxidant Capacity, Gut Microbiota, and Molecular Responses in Pacific White Shrimp Litopenaeus vannamei
Researchers investigated how different dietary selenium sources affect growth, antioxidant capacity, and gut microbiota in Pacific white shrimp, finding that selenium nanoparticles and selenium yeast provided superior antioxidant protection compared to inorganic selenium.
Dietary Curcumin Promotes Gilthead Seabream Larvae Digestive Capacity and Modulates Oxidative Status
Adding curcumin to the diet of gilthead seabream larvae improved their digestive capacity and antioxidant status. The research explores natural dietary supplements for improving fish health in aquaculture, which is relevant as farmed seafood is a source of microplastic exposure for humans.
The Influence of Supplementation with Zinc in Micro and Nano Forms on the Metabolism of Fatty Acids in Livers of Rats with Breast Cancer.
This study investigated the effects of zinc nano- and microparticles as dietary supplements on fatty acid metabolism in rats with breast cancer. This pharmacology study focuses on zinc supplementation and cancer biochemistry, with no direct relevance to environmental microplastics.
Exploring the Crucial Role of the Gut Microbiome in Advancing Food Processing Technologies
This review explores the role of gut microbiome composition in food processing and technology development, examining how microbial communities influence fermentation, nutrient bioavailability, and food safety, with implications for probiotic and prebiotic product design.