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20 resultsShowing papers similar to Effects of dietary supplementation of peppermint (Mentha piperita) on growth, survival and haemato-biochemical profile of common carp (Cyprinus carpio) fingerlings
ClearUnveiling the Effects of Fennel (Foeniculum vulgare) Seed Essential Oil as a Diet Supplement on the Biochemical Parameters and Reproductive Function in Female Common Carps (Cyprinus carpio)
Researchers investigated the effects of fennel seed essential oil on the health and reproductive function of common carp over 60 days. At lower doses, the oil improved growth rates and immune parameters, while the highest dose elevated stress-related enzyme levels. The study suggests that fennel oil at moderate doses could serve as a beneficial dietary supplement for farmed fish.
Effects of Dietary Rosemary ( Rosmarinus officinalis ) Leaf Powder and Bacillus subtilis on the Growth Performance, Digestive Enzymes, Antioxidant and Immune-Related Gene Expression, and Resistance to Aeromonas hydrophila in Common Carp, Cyprinus carpio
Common carp supplemented with rosemary leaf powder and/or Bacillus subtilis for 56 days showed improved growth, antioxidant enzyme activity, innate immunity, and resistance to Aeromonas hydrophila infection, demonstrating potential as natural feed additives in aquaculture.
Dietary Artemisia arborescens Supplementation Effects on Growth, Oxidative Status, and Immunity of Gilthead Seabream (Sparus aurata L.)
Researchers tested whether adding dried Artemisia arborescens plant material to fish feed could improve the health and immune response of gilthead seabream. They found that the plant supplement enhanced antioxidant capacity and boosted immune markers in the fish without negatively affecting growth. The study suggests that medicinal plant supplements in aquaculture feed could offer a sustainable alternative to antibiotics for maintaining fish health.
The protective efficacy of dual dietary rosemary plus cinnamon mix against lead nitrate-induced immune suppression, genotoxicity, and oxidant/antioxidant status in Nile tilapia fingerlings
Researchers tested whether a dietary mix of rosemary and cinnamon could protect Nile tilapia from the harmful effects of lead exposure. Fish exposed to lead showed reduced growth, suppressed immunity, increased oxidative stress, and DNA damage, but those fed the herbal supplement showed significant improvements across all measures. The study suggests that rosemary and cinnamon supplementation may help mitigate heavy metal toxicity in farmed fish.
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.
Ameliorative Hematological and Histomorphological Effects of Dietary Trigonella foenum-graecum Seeds in Common Carp (Cyprinus carpio) Exposed to Copper Oxide Nanoparticles
Researchers tested dietary fenugreek seed extract as a protective supplement in common carp exposed to copper oxide nanoparticles at 1.5 mg per liter. Fenugreek supplementation at 125-150 mg per liter reduced hematological toxicity and improved tissue histomorphology in fish exposed to CuO nanoparticles, suggesting potential as a nutraceutical mitigation strategy.
Natural Bioactive Phytocompounds to Reduce Toxicity in Common Carp Cyprinus carpio: A Challenge to Environmental Risk Assessment of Nanomaterials
Researchers investigated the toxic effects of copper oxide nanoparticles on common carp and found that Myristica fragrans seed extract provided protective benefits by reducing oxidative stress and mitigating nanoparticle-induced damage.
Dietary silymarin, Silybum marianum extract ameliorates cadmium chloride toxicity in common carp, Cyprinus carpio
Supplementing the diet of common carp with silymarin extract protected fish from cadmium chloride toxicity, with treated fish showing reduced liver damage, lower oxidative stress markers, and better growth performance compared to cadmium-exposed controls without the supplement.
Effect of Scoparia dulcis Extract on Lipid Oxidation in Fish Feed, Growth Performance, and Hypoxia Tolerance in Juvenile Jian Carp (Cyprinus carpio var. Jian)
This paper is not relevant to microplastics research; it investigates the effects of Scoparia dulcis plant extracts on lipid oxidation in fish feed and growth performance in Jian carp, focusing on antioxidant and digestive outcomes.
Effect of dietary cinnamon supplementation on the growth in length, haematology, serum biochemistry, intestinal microbiota and enzymes and histomorphological changes of the intestine, liver and the kidney of Heteroclarias (Clarias gariepinus ♀ × Heterobra ♂)
Dietary cinnamon supplementation at 1-2% significantly improved growth, blood parameters, antioxidant enzyme activity, and intestinal health in juvenile catfish over a 56-day trial. The spice enhanced beneficial gut microbiota while reducing pathogenic bacteria, suggesting cinnamon as a natural feed additive for aquaculture.
Utilizing the potential of Saussurea lappa in aquaculture industry: a review on immune enhancement and pollution remediation
This review examines the potential of Saussurea lappa, a medicinal plant, as a natural immune booster and pollution remediation tool in aquaculture. Researchers found that compounds from the plant show anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and antimicrobial properties that could help farmed fish resist disease. The study highlights the plant as a promising eco-friendly alternative to synthetic chemicals in fish farming.
Deciphering the gut microbiome of grass carp through multi-omics approach
Researchers used multiple layers of molecular data (multi-omics) to map the gut microbiome of grass carp, identifying key bacterial functions and potential targets for improving fish gut health — findings that could benefit aquaculture and our understanding of how gut microbes support digestion in fish.
Dietary Chia (Salvia hispanica L.) seeds oil supplementation augments growth performance and gut microbial composition in Labeo rohita fingerlings
Researchers found that adding a small amount (1%) of chia seed oil to the diet of rohu fish fingerlings improved their growth and significantly enriched the diversity of beneficial bacteria in their guts. The study highlights chia seed oil as a promising natural supplement for aquaculture that supports both fish health and gut microbiome balance.
Abundance and properties of microplastics found in commercial fish meal and cultured common carp (Cyprinus carpio)
Researchers investigated microplastic contamination in four varieties of commercial fish meal and then tracked the transfer of those particles to cultured common carp fed on the meal. They found microplastics present in all fish meal varieties, predominantly fragments of polypropylene and polystyrene, with particles transferring to the fish gastrointestinal tract and gills. The study highlights fish meal as a previously overlooked pathway by which microplastics can enter aquaculture and potentially the human food supply.
Toxic effects of microplastic (polyethylene) exposure: Bioaccumulation, hematological parameters and antioxidant responses in crucian carp, Carassius carassius
Researchers exposed crucian carp to polyethylene microplastics at various concentrations and found that the particles accumulated in tissues including gills, gut, and liver. The microplastics altered blood cell counts and disrupted the fish's antioxidant defense system in a dose-dependent manner. The study suggests that even common polyethylene microplastics can cause measurable biological harm in freshwater fish.
Monitoring of Biochemical Effects of Phenol in the Carp (Cyprinus carpio) Fry
Researchers exposed juvenile carp to phenol — a common industrial pollutant found in wastewater — at different concentrations and measured its effects on protein, lipid, and energy stores in the fish. Higher phenol concentrations caused significant biochemical disruption in the carp. While not specifically about microplastics, phenol is often a co-contaminant with plastic-associated chemicals in polluted water bodies.
Enhanced Immune Response Improves Resistance to Cadmium Stress in Triploid Crucian Carp
This study found that triploid crucian carp exhibit enhanced immune responses compared to diploid fish, which may contribute to their greater resistance to cadmium-induced stress.
Establishment of a Long-Term Germ-Free Medaka Model Reveals Microbiota-Dependent Regulation of Growth, Immunity, and Metabolism
Scientists created germ-free fish (with no gut bacteria) to study how the microbes in our intestines affect our health. They found that fish without gut bacteria had stunted growth, weaker immune systems, and metabolism problems, but giving them beneficial compounds from healthy gut bacteria helped partially fix these issues. This research helps us better understand why having healthy gut bacteria is so important for proper growth, immunity, and overall health in humans.
Deciphering the gut microbiome of grass carp through multi-omics approach
This multi-omics study profiled the gut microbiome, transcriptome, and metabolome of grass carp to identify microbial species and metabolic pathways that support host metabolism and immunity, providing a foundation for developing microbiome-targeted feed additives as antibiotic alternatives in aquaculture.
Evaluation of the Anti-Inflammatory and Antioxidant Potential of Cymbopogon citratus Essential Oil in Zebrafish
Researchers tested lemongrass essential oil on zebrafish exposed to oxidative stress and observed reduced inflammation, decreased cell death, and changes in antioxidant enzyme activity. Neutrophil migration, a marker of inflammation, decreased significantly at all concentrations tested. The findings suggest that lemongrass essential oil has anti-inflammatory and protective properties, though higher concentrations may interfere with tissue regeneration.