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Xie S, Li Y, Suo Y, Wang Z, Zhang B, Li J, Huang J, Wang Y, Ma C, Lin D, Ma T, Shao Y. Effect of Organic, Nano, and Inorganic Zinc Sources on Growth Performance, Antioxidant Function, and Intestinal Health of Young Broilers. Biol Trace Elem Res 2024:10.1007/s12011-024-04341-y. [PMID: 39122963 DOI: 10.1007/s12011-024-04341-y] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/04/2024] [Accepted: 08/06/2024] [Indexed: 08/12/2024]
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The study aimed to determine the effects of different zinc sources on growth performance, antioxidant function, and intestinal health of broilers. In total, 240 Ross 308 male broilers with similar weight were randomly assigned to 4 treatments, including zinc sulfate, methionine zinc (Zn-Met), glycine zinc (Zn-Gly), and nano-zinc oxide (ZnO-NPs), with 80 mg zinc/kg diet supplementation. The experiment lasted for 21 days. Results showed dietary supplemental Zn-Gly and Zn-Met increased average daily gain during 1-14 days (P = 0.011), and Zn-Gly, Zn-Met, and ZnO-NP supplementation decreased the ratio of feed to gain during 1-21 days (P = 0.003) compared to zinc sulfate. ZnO-NPs supplementation tended to increase total SOD activity (P = 0.068) and had higher serum IgA content and lower MDA level than the other three groups (P < 0.05). Compared with zinc sulfate, Zn-Met and ZnO-NP supplementation decreased TNF-α mRNA expression (P = 0.048). However, serum biochemical indices, intestinal morphology, and mRNA expressions of tight junction proteins were not affected by different zinc sources (P > 0.05). A differential trend was observed in the beta diversity of bacterial communities among four groups (P = 0.082). The LEfSe analysis showed that bacterial genera Blautia, Ruminococcaceae, Clostridia, Anaerostipes, Eubacterium_ventriosum, Merdibacter, and Oscillospira were enriched in the ZnSO4 group, and the genera Eubacterium_hallii and Anaerotruncus were enriched in the Zn-Gly group. The genera UCG-009 and UCG010 were enriched in ZnO-NPs and Zn-Met groups, respectively. It should be stated dietary supplemental Zn-Met improved growth performance, ZnO-NPs promoted IgA production and reduced occurrences of oxidative stress and inflammation, and different zinc sources enriched different jejunal bacteria genera.
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- Shuxian Xie
- Institute of Animal Husbandry and Veterinary Medicine, Beijing Academy of Agriculture and Forestry Sciences, Beijing, 100097, China
- College of Animal Science and Technology, China Agricultural University, Beijing, 100090, China
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- Institute of Animal Husbandry and Veterinary Medicine, Beijing Academy of Agriculture and Forestry Sciences, Beijing, 100097, China
- Hebei University of Engineering, Handan, Hebei Province, 056038, P. R. China
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- Institute of Animal Husbandry and Veterinary Medicine, Beijing Academy of Agriculture and Forestry Sciences, Beijing, 100097, China
- Hebei University of Engineering, Handan, Hebei Province, 056038, P. R. China
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- Institute of Animal Husbandry and Veterinary Medicine, Beijing Academy of Agriculture and Forestry Sciences, Beijing, 100097, China
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- Institute of Animal Husbandry and Veterinary Medicine, Beijing Academy of Agriculture and Forestry Sciences, Beijing, 100097, China
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- Institute of Animal Husbandry and Veterinary Medicine, Beijing Academy of Agriculture and Forestry Sciences, Beijing, 100097, China
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- Institute of Animal Husbandry and Veterinary Medicine, Beijing Academy of Agriculture and Forestry Sciences, Beijing, 100097, China
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- Institute of Animal Husbandry and Veterinary Medicine, Beijing Academy of Agriculture and Forestry Sciences, Beijing, 100097, China
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- Institute of Animal Husbandry and Veterinary Medicine, Beijing Academy of Agriculture and Forestry Sciences, Beijing, 100097, China
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- Hebei University of Engineering, Handan, Hebei Province, 056038, P. R. China
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- Hebei University of Engineering, Handan, Hebei Province, 056038, P. R. China
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- Institute of Animal Husbandry and Veterinary Medicine, Beijing Academy of Agriculture and Forestry Sciences, Beijing, 100097, China.
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Li M, Yuan X, Li L, Geng Y, Hong L, Pu L, Yang H, Li L, Zhang J. Effects of potassium diformate on growth performance, apparent digestibility of nutrients, serum biochemical indices, and intestinal microflora in Cherry Valley ducks. Poult Sci 2024; 103:104099. [PMID: 39096833 DOI: 10.1016/j.psj.2024.104099] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/24/2024] [Revised: 07/09/2024] [Accepted: 07/10/2024] [Indexed: 08/05/2024] Open
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This study was performed to investigate the effects of potassium diformate (KDF) on growth performance, apparent digestibility of nutrients, serum biochemical indices, and intestinal microflora of Cherry Valley ducks. In total, 144 female healthy 1-day-old Cherry Valley ducks were divided into 3 groups with 6 replicates per group and 8 ducks per replicate according to the principle of similar body weight. The control group was fed a basic diet. In the 2 experimental groups, 0.8% and 1.2% KDF was added to the basic diet, respectively. The trial period was 6 wk and the pretrial period was 3 wk. The final weight and ADG were significantly higher in the 0.8% KDF group than in the control group (P < 0.05). The feed-to-gain ratio was significantly lower in both KDF groups than in the control group (P < 0.05). The apparent digestibility of CP was significantly higher in both KDF groups than in the control group (P < 0.05). The apparent digestibility of calcium was also significantly higher in the 0.8% KDF group (P < 0.05). The serum levels of alkaline phosphatase, cholesterol, and total protein were significantly lower in the 0.8% KDF group than in the control group (P < 0.05), the IgM content was significantly higher (P < 0.05), the low-density lipoprotein cholesterol, triglyceride, and urea levels were significantly lower (P < 0.01), and the glucose level was significantly higher (P < 0.01). The serum total protein level was significantly higher in the 1.2% KDF group than in the control group (P < 0.05). The relative abundance of Firmicutes and Patescibacteria in the gut of ducks was significantly higher in the 0.8% KDF group than in the control group (P < 0.05), the relative abundance of unclassified Erysipelotrichaceae and Lactobacillus was significantly higher (P < 0.01), and the relative abundance of Fusobacteriota was significantly lower (P < 0.05). However, the relative abundance of Firmicutes in the gut of ducks was significantly higher in the 1.2% KDF group than in the control group (P < 0.05). The relative abundance of unclassified Erysipelotrichaceae and Clostridium sensu stricto 1 was significantly higher (P < 0.01), as was the relative abundance of Fusobacteriota and Proteobacteria (P < 0.05). These findings indicate that the addition of 0.8% KDF to the diet can improve the growth performance of Cherry Valley ducks, promote the absorption of nutrients, change the structure of the microflora in the cecum, and increase the relative abundance of dominant bacteria. It was also shown that there was a significant difference between the 0.8% and 1.2% KDF levels which suggest that the safety margin for overdosing is quite low.
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- Mengting Li
- Tianjin Key Laboratory of Agricultural Animal Breeding and Healthy Husbandry, College of Animals Science and Veterinary Medicine, Tianjin Agricultural University, Xiqing 300380,China
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- Tianjin key Laboratory of Green Ecological Feed, Tianjin Modern Tianjiao Agricultural Technology Co., Baodi 301800, China
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- Tianjin Key Laboratory of Agricultural Animal Breeding and Healthy Husbandry, College of Animals Science and Veterinary Medicine, Tianjin Agricultural University, Xiqing 300380,China
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- Tianjin Key Laboratory of Agricultural Animal Breeding and Healthy Husbandry, College of Animals Science and Veterinary Medicine, Tianjin Agricultural University, Xiqing 300380,China
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- Tianjin Key Laboratory of Agricultural Animal Breeding and Healthy Husbandry, College of Animals Science and Veterinary Medicine, Tianjin Agricultural University, Xiqing 300380,China
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- Tianjin Key Laboratory of Agricultural Animal Breeding and Healthy Husbandry, College of Animals Science and Veterinary Medicine, Tianjin Agricultural University, Xiqing 300380,China
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- Tianjin Key Laboratory of Agricultural Animal Breeding and Healthy Husbandry, College of Animals Science and Veterinary Medicine, Tianjin Agricultural University, Xiqing 300380,China
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- Tianjin Key Laboratory of Agricultural Animal Breeding and Healthy Husbandry, College of Animals Science and Veterinary Medicine, Tianjin Agricultural University, Xiqing 300380,China
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- Tianjin Key Laboratory of Agricultural Animal Breeding and Healthy Husbandry, College of Animals Science and Veterinary Medicine, Tianjin Agricultural University, Xiqing 300380,China.
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Pontes KM, Del Vesco AP, Khatlab ADS, Lima Júnior JWR, Cangianelli GH, López JCC, Stivanin TE, Bastos MS, Santana TP, Gasparino E. Effects of inclusion of the blend of essential oils, organic acids, curcumin, tannins, vitamin E, and zinc in the maternal diet, and of incubation temperature on early and late development of quail. Poult Sci 2024; 103:104022. [PMID: 39068694 DOI: 10.1016/j.psj.2024.104022] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/05/2024] [Revised: 06/05/2024] [Accepted: 06/19/2024] [Indexed: 07/30/2024] Open
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The maternal diet and egg incubation temperature are some of the factors that can influence the embryonic development and performance of the newly chicks at 15 d of age. This study evaluated the effects of adding a blend of organic acids, essential oils, curcumin, tannins, vitamin E, and zinc microencapsulated in to the diet of female quails (Coturnix coturnix japonica) on their productive, reproductive performance and redox parameters of their eggs and the interaction of maternal diet × incubation temperature on embryo (E16 and E18) and chicks development. At 98 d of age, 64 female quails with a mean body weight of 150 g ± 0.5 were distributed into two treatments: a Basal diet or a diet supplemented with blend (Sannimix). The eggs from each female were incubated at 37.5°C (Control) and 38.5°C (High Temperature) throughout the incubation period. After hatching, chicks were distributed in a 2 (maternal diet) × 2 (incubation temperature) factorial design. Female quails supplemented with Sannimix showed better productive and reproductive performance and produced higher-quality embryos. Their offspring had greater weight at hatch and at 15 d of age. The eggs and offspring of supplemented with Sannimix female quails showed better oxidative stability. At E16 and E18, High Temperature increased yolk sac utilization and gene expression of the growth hormone receptor (GHR). At E16, embryos from supplemented with Sannimix female quail had higher expression of insulin-like growth factor type I (IGFI) and heat shock protein 70 kDa genes. At 15 d of age, highest expression of the GHR and IGFI genes was observed in chicks from female quails fed the Sannimix diet, regardless of incubation temperature. Regarding the maternal diet × incubation temperature an improved result was observed for chicks from female quails fed with Sannimix even when eggs are exposed to High Temperature during the incubation. The supplementation of quail diets with blend Sannimix improves productive and reproductive performance, egg quality and their embryos, as well as their offspring quality.
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- Keila Mileski Pontes
- Department of Animal Science, State University of Maringá, Avenida Colombo, Jardim Universitário, Maringá, Paraná, 87020-900, Brazil
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- Department of Animal Science, Federal University of Sergipe, Avenida Marechal Rondon, s/n, Jardim Rosa Elze, São Cristóvão, Sergipe, 49100-000, Brazil
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- Department of Animal Science, State University of Maringá, Avenida Colombo, Jardim Universitário, Maringá, Paraná, 87020-900, Brazil
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- Department of Animal Science, Federal University of Sergipe, Avenida Marechal Rondon, s/n, Jardim Rosa Elze, São Cristóvão, Sergipe, 49100-000, Brazil
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- Department of Animal Science, State University of Maringá, Avenida Colombo, Jardim Universitário, Maringá, Paraná, 87020-900, Brazil
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- Department of Animal Science, State University of Maringá, Avenida Colombo, Jardim Universitário, Maringá, Paraná, 87020-900, Brazil
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- Graduate Program in Animal Science, Faculty of Agricultural and Veterinary Sciences/Paulista State University "Júlio de Mesquita Filho", Via de Acesso Prof. Paulo Donato Castellane, s/n, Jaboticabal, São Paulo, 14884-900, Brazil
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- Department of Animal Science, Federal University of Sergipe, Avenida Marechal Rondon, s/n, Jardim Rosa Elze, São Cristóvão, Sergipe, 49100-000, Brazil
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- Department of Animal Science, Federal University of Sergipe, Avenida Marechal Rondon, s/n, Jardim Rosa Elze, São Cristóvão, Sergipe, 49100-000, Brazil
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- Department of Animal Science, State University of Maringá, Avenida Colombo, Jardim Universitário, Maringá, Paraná, 87020-900, Brazil.
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Olgun O, Gül ET, Kılınç G, Gökmen F, Yıldız A, Uygur V, Sarmiento-García A. Comparative Effects of Including Inorganic, Organic, and Hydroxy Zinc Sources on Growth Development, Egg Quality, Mineral Excretion, and Bone Health of Laying Quails. Biol Trace Elem Res 2024:10.1007/s12011-024-04137-0. [PMID: 38436799 DOI: 10.1007/s12011-024-04137-0] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/15/2023] [Accepted: 02/28/2024] [Indexed: 03/05/2024]
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The purpose of this study was to determine the effects of the dietary addition of zinc (Zn) in the form of sulphate (Zn-S), glycine (Zn-G), and hydroxychloride (Zn-H) on quail performance, eggshell quality, antioxidant status, mineral excretion, biomechanical properties and mineralization of bone. A total of 75 female quails (10-weeks-old) were randomly distributed into 3 groups with 5 replications, each with 5 female quails. Treatment groups were set up by adding Zn-S and Zn-H as the inorganic form and Zn-G as the organic form of zinc to the corn-soybean basal diet (34.14 mg/kg Zn) to obtain 50 mg/kg Zn and the feeding experiment lasted for 12 weeks. Performance parameters and egg production were not impaired by the Zn source (P > 0.05). The inclusion of Zn-S in the diet produced a reduction in eggshell thickness, while an improvement in yolk antioxidant capacity (measured as MDA concentration) was detected compared to the other Zn sources (P < 0.05). Shear strength and cortical bone area increased (P < 0.05) with Zn-G supplementation, however, the mineral concentration of the tibia was higher (P < 0.01) in those quails who had received Zn-H. Lower levels of mineral excretion were observed in both types of supplementations compared to Zn-S. Therefore, it can be stated that Zn-G or Zn-H supplementation in the diet of laying quails could be an interesting strategy to reduce mineral excretion and improve bone mineralization without affecting performance compared to Zn-S. However, further studies are needed to determine the differences between Zn-G and Zn-H.
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- Osman Olgun
- Department of Animal Science, Agriculture Faculty, Selcuk University, 42130, Konya, Turkey
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- Department of Animal Science, Agriculture Faculty, Selcuk University, 42130, Konya, Turkey
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- Department of Food Processing, Suluova Vocational Schools, Amasya University, 05500, Amasya, Turkey
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- Department of Soil Science and Plant Nutrition, Agriculture Faculty, Iğdır University, Iğdır, Turkey
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- Department of Animal Science, Agriculture Faculty, Selcuk University, 42130, Konya, Turkey
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- Department of Soil Science and Plant Nutrition, Agriculture Faculty, Applied Sciences University of Isparta, Isparta, Turkey
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- Área de Producción Animal, Departamento de Construcción y Agronomía, Facultad de Ciencias Agrarias y Ambientales, Universidad de Salamanca, 37007, Salamanca, España.
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Luan R, Luo M, Ding D, Su X, Yang J. Zinc deficiency increases lung inflammation and fibrosis in obese mice by promoting oxidative stress. Biochim Biophys Acta Gen Subj 2024; 1868:130518. [PMID: 37951369 DOI: 10.1016/j.bbagen.2023.130518] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/30/2023] [Revised: 10/22/2023] [Accepted: 11/06/2023] [Indexed: 11/14/2023]
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BACKGROUND Zinc deficiency can lead to multiple organ damage. In this study, we investigated the effects of zinc deficiency on obesity-related lung damage. METHODS C57BL/6 J mice were fed a diet with differing amounts of zinc and fat over a 6-month period. Palmitic acid was used to stimulate A549 cells to construct a high-fat alveolar epithelial cell model. Western blotting and histopathological staining were performed on animal tissues. Nuclear expression of nuclear factor erythroid 2-related factor 2 (Nrf2) was detected in cultured cells. A reactive oxygen species (ROS) assay kit was used to detect intracellular ROS. Furthermore, Nrf2 siRNA was used to examine zinc deficiency effects on A549 cells. RESULTS Pathological results showed significant damage to the lung structure of mice in the high-fat and low-zinc diet group, with a significant increase in the expression of inflammatory (IL-6, TNF-α) and fibrosis (TGFβ1, PAI-1) factors, combined with a decrease in the expression of Nrf2, HO-1 and NQO1 in the antioxidant pathway. In A549 cells, high fat and low zinc levels aggravated ROS production. Western blot and immunofluorescence results showed that high fat and zinc deficiency inhibited Nrf2 expression. After Nrf2-specific knockout in A549 cells, the protective effect of zinc on oxidant conditions induced by high fat was reduced. Phosphorylated Akt and PI3K levels were downregulated on the high-fat and low-zinc group compared with the high-fat group. CONCLUSIONS Zinc attenuated lung oxidative damage in obesity-related lung injury and Nrf2 activation is one of the important mechanisms of this effect. GENERAL SIGNIFICANCE Regulating zinc homeostasis through dietary modifications or supplemental nutritional therapy can contribute to the prevention and treatment of obesity-related lung injury.
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- Rumei Luan
- Department of Respiratory Medicine, the Second Hospital of Jilin University, Changchun, Jilin, China
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- Department of Nephrology, The Second Hospital of Jilin University, Changchun, Jilin, China
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- Department of Respiratory Medicine, the Second Hospital of Jilin University, Changchun, Jilin, China
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- Department of Respiratory Medicine, the Second Hospital of Jilin University, Changchun, Jilin, China
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- Department of Respiratory Medicine, the Second Hospital of Jilin University, Changchun, Jilin, China.
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Niknia A, Vakili R, Tahmasbi A. Role of zinc-methionine chelate on bone health and eggshell quality in late–phase laying hens. ALL LIFE 2023. [DOI: 10.1080/26895293.2022.2162609] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/13/2023] Open
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- A.D. Niknia
- Department of Animal Science, Kashmar Branch, Islamic Azad University, Kashmar, Iran
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- Department of Animal Science, Kashmar Branch, Islamic Azad University, Kashmar, Iran
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- Department of Animal Science, Ferdowsi University of Mashhad, Mashhad, Iran
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Shao Y, Wang Y, Li X, Zhao D, Qin S, Shi Z, Wang Z. Dietary zinc supplementation in breeding pigeons improves the carcass traits of squabs through regulating antioxidant capacity and myogenic regulatory factor expression. Poult Sci 2023; 102:102809. [PMID: 37729680 PMCID: PMC10514450 DOI: 10.1016/j.psj.2023.102809] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/24/2023] [Revised: 05/17/2023] [Accepted: 05/22/2023] [Indexed: 09/22/2023] Open
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The purpose of this experiment was to explore the effects of zinc supplementation in breeding pigeons diet on carcass traits, meat quality, antioxidant capacity and mRNA expressions of myogenic regulatory factors of squabs. A total of 120 healthy White King pigeons were randomly assigned to 5 treatments, each involving 8 replicates. The experiment lasted for 46 d (18-d incubation period of eggs and 28-d growth period of squabs). The 5 groups were 0, 30, 60, 90, and 120 mg/kg zinc addition. Results showed that the 28-d body weight, breast muscle yield, zinc content in crop milk and myogenic factor 6 (MyF6) abundance of breast muscle were linearly increased (P < 0.050), but the abdominal fat yield linearly decreased (P = 0.040) with increasing dietary zinc supplementation. Both the linear (P < 0.050) and quadratic responses (P < 0.001) were observed in copper zinc superoxide dismutase (Cu-Zn SOD), total antioxidant capacity (T-AOC) and malondialdehyde (MDA) contents in liver and breast muscle. The 28-d body weight was increased by 90 mg/kg zinc supplementation (P < 0.05), and there is no significant difference between 90 and 120 mg/kg zinc addition. The breast muscle yield, Cu-Zn SOD and T-AOC contents in breast muscle and liver, zinc contents in crop milk and breast muscle, MyF6 mRNA expression in breast muscle were higher (P < 0.05) in the group supplemented with 120 mg/kg zinc than the control. The abdominal fat yield was numerically lowest, and MDA contents in breast muscle and liver were significantly lowest in the group fed 120 mg/kg zinc (P < 0.05). However, the meat quality traits were not affected (P > 0.05) by zinc supplementation, except for shear force. It should be stated dietary zinc supplementation at the level of 120 mg/kg for breeding pigeons increased body weight and breast muscle yield of squabs, which may be associated with the up-regulating MyF6 mRNA expression and antioxidant capacity in liver and breast muscle.
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- Yuxin Shao
- Institute of Animal Husbandry and Veterinary Medicine, Beijing Academy of Agriculture and Forestry Sciences, Beijing 100097, China
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- Institute of Animal Husbandry and Veterinary Medicine, Beijing Academy of Agriculture and Forestry Sciences, Beijing 100097, China; Faculty of Animal Science and Technology, Gansu Agricultural University, Lanzhou, Gansu Province 730070, China
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- Institute of Animal Husbandry and Veterinary Medicine, Beijing Academy of Agriculture and Forestry Sciences, Beijing 100097, China
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- Institute of Animal Husbandry and Veterinary Medicine, Beijing Academy of Agriculture and Forestry Sciences, Beijing 100097, China; Faculty of Animal Science and Technology, Gansu Agricultural University, Lanzhou, Gansu Province 730070, China
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- Faculty of Animal Science and Technology, Gansu Agricultural University, Lanzhou, Gansu Province 730070, China
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- Faculty of Animal Science and Technology, Gansu Agricultural University, Lanzhou, Gansu Province 730070, China
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- Institute of Animal Husbandry and Veterinary Medicine, Beijing Academy of Agriculture and Forestry Sciences, Beijing 100097, China.
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Kurniawan Rusli R, Amizar R, Zurmiati Z, Reski S, Darmawan A, Subekti K, Khalil K. Supplementation of Zinc on Antioxidant Activity, Blood Profile, Mineral Availability, Abdominal Fat, Digestive and Accessory Organs of Sikumbang Janti Duck. ARCHIVES OF RAZI INSTITUTE 2023; 78:1586-1593. [PMID: 38590681 PMCID: PMC10998943 DOI: 10.22092/ari.2023.78.5.1586] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/03/2023] [Accepted: 04/17/2023] [Indexed: 04/10/2024]
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The present research aimed to evaluate the addition of zinc (Zn) on antioxidant activity, blood profile, mineral availability, and abdominal fat of Sikumbang Janti duck. A total of 96 female Sikumbang Janti ducks aged 8 weeks were used in this research. This study used a completely random design with four treatments and four replications (6 duck/replications). The treatments were as follows control diet (Z0), the addition of 30 mg Zn/kg (Z1), 60 mg Zn/kg (Z2), and 90 mg Zn/kg(Z3). Variables observed were antioxidant activity, blood profile, mineral content in the tibia, and abdominal fat. The results showed that Zn addition on feed significantly increased antioxidant activity (DPPH), Zn concentration in thigh, leukocytes, mineral availability (Ca, P, and Zn) (P<0.01), and decreased weight of abdominal fat in Sikumbang Janti duck (P<0.01). Blood profiles (except leukocytes) were not affected by the addition of Zn in the diet (P>0.05). It is concluded that the Z2 (60 mg Zn/kg) addition improves antioxidant activity, blood leukocytes, zinc content in thigh meat, mineral availability, and decreases abdominal fat weight of Sikumbang Janti duck.
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- R Kurniawan Rusli
- Department of Nutrition and Feed Technology, Faculty of Animal Husbandry, Universitas Andalas, Padang, Indonesia
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- Department of Nutrition and Feed Technology, Faculty of Animal Husbandry, Universitas Andalas, Padang, Indonesia
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- Department of Nutrition and Feed Technology, Faculty of Animal Husbandry, Universitas Andalas, Padang, Indonesia
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- Department of Nutrition and Feed Technology, Faculty of Animal Husbandry, Universitas Andalas, Padang, Indonesia
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- Department of Nutrition and Feed Technology, Faculty of Animal Science, IPB University, Bogor, Indonesia
- Department of Animal Science, Faculty of Agriculture, Ondokuz Mayis University, Samsun, Turkey
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- Department of Animal Production and Technology, Faculty of Animal Husbandry, Universitas Andalas, Padang, Indonesia
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- Department of Nutrition and Feed Technology, Faculty of Animal Husbandry, Universitas Andalas, Padang, Indonesia
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Ogbuewu IP, Mbajiorgu CA. Meta-analysis of Zinc Supplementation on Laying Performance, Egg Quality Characteristics, and Blood Zinc Concentrations in Laying Hens. Biol Trace Elem Res 2022; 200:5188-5204. [PMID: 35112232 DOI: 10.1007/s12011-021-03080-8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/21/2021] [Accepted: 12/20/2021] [Indexed: 11/24/2022]
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There are inconsistent results on the influence of zinc (Zn) supplementation levels on productive indices of laying hens. This study, therefore, uses meta-analysis to synthesis evidence on the effect of inclusion of Zn in chicken diets on performance, egg quality, and blood Zn status of laying hens. Eleven studies were identified and used to analyze the effect of diets with or without Zn supplementation on feed intake, feed conversion ratio (FCR), hen day egg production (HDEP), egg weight (EW), egg mass (EM), Haugh unit (HU) scores, eggshell thickness (EST), eggshell weight (ESW), and blood Zn concentrations in laying hens. Data extracted from the 11 studies included in the meta-analysis were pooled using a random-effects model and expressed as standardized mean differences (SMDs) at a 95% confidence interval (CI). Results indicate that dietary Zn supplementation reduced FCR (SMD = - 0.50 g feed/g egg; 95% CI: - 0.68 to - 0.31) and increased HDEP (SMD = 0.33%; 95% CI: 0.18 to 0.48), EW (SMD = 0.14 g; 95% CI: 0.03 to 0.25) and EM (SMD = 0.58 g/hen/day; 95% CI: 0.22 to 0.95), HU (SMD = 0.64; 95% CI: 0.42 to 0.85), EST (SMD = 0.84 mm; 95% CI: 0.45 to 1.23), and plasma Zn concentration (SMD = 4.20 mg/dl; 95% CI: 2.99 to 5.40) compared with the controls. In contrast, feed intake and ESW were not significantly different from controls. Restricted subgroup analysis indicated that chosen moderators (age of hen, inclusion level, chicken breed/strain, and supplementation duration) influenced the results of this meta-analysis. There was evidence of significant heterogeneity, and meta-regression indicated that moderators explained most of the sources of heterogeneity. We conclude that dietary zinc supplementation had positive effect on feed conversion ratio, laying performance, aspects of egg quality traits, and blood zinc concentrations in laying hens. The findings from this meta-analysis will help in policy advancements and sustainable use of zinc in the egg production industry.
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- Ifeanyichukwu Princewill Ogbuewu
- Department of Animal Science and Technology, Federal University of Technology, PMB 1526, Owerri, Nigeria.
- Department of Agriculture and Animal Health, University of South Africa, Florida, 1710, Republic of South Africa.
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- Department of Agriculture and Animal Health, University of South Africa, Florida, 1710, Republic of South Africa
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Han G, Kim J, Kim JM, Kil D. Transcriptomic analysis of the liver in aged laying hens with different eggshell strength. Poult Sci 2022; 102:102217. [PMID: 36343436 PMCID: PMC9646969 DOI: 10.1016/j.psj.2022.102217] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/31/2021] [Revised: 08/06/2022] [Accepted: 09/29/2022] [Indexed: 11/06/2022] Open
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Eggshell is composed of a very ordered and mineralized structure and is important for egg quality. Eggshell strength is particularly important because of its direct association with economic outcomes and egg safety. Various factors related to laying hens and their environment affects eggshell strength. However, the molecular mechanisms of liver functions related to decreased eggshell strength of aged laying hens are largely unknown. Therefore, this study aimed to identify potential factors affecting eggshell strength in aged laying hens at the hepatic transcriptomic level. A total of five hundred 92-wk-old Hy-line Brown laying hens were screened to select those exhibiting the greatest variation in eggshell strength. Based on the final eggshell strength, 12 hens producing eggs with strong eggshell strength (SES) and weak eggshell strength (WES) were finally selected (n = 6) for liver tissue sampling. The RNA-sequencing was performed to identify differentially expressed genes (DEGs) between the 2 groups. We identified a total of 2,084 DEGs, of which 1,358 genes were upregulated and 726 genes were downregulated in the WES group compared with SES group. According to the Kyoto Encyclopedia of Genes and Genomes pathway enrichment analysis, the DEGs indicated the mammalian target of rapamycin signaling pathway, the Janus kinase-signal transducer and activator of transcription pathway, the mitogen‑activated protein kinase signaling pathway, and the insulin resistance pathways. Genes related to fatty liver disease were upregulated in WES group compared with SES group. In addition, expression of several genes associated with oxidative stress and bone resorption activity was altered in aged laying hens with different eggshell strength. Overall, these findings contribute to the identification of genes involved in different intensity of eggshell strength, enabling more understanding of the hepatic molecular mechanism underlying in decreased eggshell strength of aged laying hens.
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Niknia AD, Vakili R, Tahmasbi A. Zinc supplementation improves antioxidant status, and organic zinc is more efficient than inorganic zinc in improving the bone strength of aged laying hens. Vet Med Sci 2022; 8:2040-2049. [PMID: 35925611 PMCID: PMC9514485 DOI: 10.1002/vms3.896] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/25/2022] Open
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Background There have been some reports indicating that supplementation of zinc could alleviate the negative effects of age on egg quality in laying hens. However, information regarding these positive effects on health and zinc deposition in the body is limited. Objectives The aim of the present study was to investigate the effect of organic and inorganic sources of zinc on the antioxidant activity, bone strength, and zinc deposition in the tissues of older laying hens. Methods In a completely randomized design, 175 Leghorn laying hens (w36) aged 80 weeks were allocated into seven treatment groups and five replications: control (without zinc supplementation), zinc sulphate treatments (15, 30, and 45 mg/kg), and organic zinc treatments (15, 30, and 45 mg/kg). Results There was a significant increase in feed intake in the zinc sulphate and organic zinc treatments compared to the control treatment (p < 0.05). The egg mass in organic and sulphate zinc showed a significant increase. The feed conversion ratio was decreased significantly in the organic zinc treatments (p < 0.05). Both organic and sulphate zinc supplements enhanced serum superoxide dismutase activity as an antioxidant index (p < 0.05). The cortical thickness of the tibia was improved in laying hens receiving 30 mg/kg organic zinc. Supplementation of zinc could lead to an increase in zinc deposition in tissues, and organic zinc boosts bone strength. Conclusion Zinc supplementation can improve antioxidant activity, feed intake, and feed conversion ratio and enhance egg mass and optimal absorption of zinc in tissues. The use of 30 mg/kg organic zinc is recommended for improving the cortical thickness of the tibia in aged laying hens.
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- Aidin Dokht Niknia
- Department of Animal Science Kashmar Branch Islamic Azad University Kashmar Iran
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- Department of Animal Science Kashmar Branch Islamic Azad University Kashmar Iran
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Protective role of zinc in the pathogenesis of respiratory diseases. Eur J Clin Nutr 2022; 77:427-435. [PMID: 35982216 PMCID: PMC9387421 DOI: 10.1038/s41430-022-01191-6] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/28/2022] [Revised: 07/19/2022] [Accepted: 07/21/2022] [Indexed: 11/29/2022]
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Respiratory diseases remain a major cause of morbidity and mortality worldwide. An imbalance of zinc, an essential trace element, is associated with a variety of lung diseases. We reviewed and summarized recent research (human subjects, animal studies, in vitro studies) on zinc in respiratory diseases to explore the protective mechanism of zinc from the perspective of regulation of oxidative stress, inflammation, lipid metabolism, and apoptosis. In the lungs, zinc has anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and antiviral effects; can inhibit cancer cell migration; can regulate lipid metabolism and immune cells; and exerts other protective effects. Our comprehensive evaluation highlights the clinical and experimental effects of zinc in the pathogenesis of respiratory diseases. Our analysis also provides insight into the clinical application of zinc-targeted therapy for respiratory diseases.
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Obianwuna UE, Oleforuh-Okoleh VU, Wang J, Zhang HJ, Qi GH, Qiu K, Wu SG. Natural Products of Plants and Animal Origin Improve Albumen Quality of Chicken Eggs. Front Nutr 2022; 9:875270. [PMID: 35757269 PMCID: PMC9226613 DOI: 10.3389/fnut.2022.875270] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/14/2022] [Accepted: 05/23/2022] [Indexed: 11/17/2022] Open
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Albumen quality is recognized as one of the major yardsticks in measuring egg quality. The elasticity of thick albumen, a strong bond in the ovomucin-lysozyme complex, and excellent biological properties are indicators of high-quality albumen. The albumen quality prior to egg storage contribute to enhance egg’s shelf life and economic value. Evidence suggests that albumen quality can deteriorate due to changes in albumen structure, such as the degradation of β-ovomucin subunit and O-glyosidic bonds, the collapse of the ovomucin-lysozyme complex, and a decrease in albumen protein-protein interaction. Using organic minerals, natural plants and animal products with antioxidant and antimicrobial properties, high biological value, no residue effect and toxicity risk could improve albumen quality. These natural products (e.g., tea polyphenols, marigold extract, magnolol, essential oils, Upro (small peptide), yeast cell wall, Bacillus species, a purified amino acid from animal blood, and pumpkin seed meal) are bio-fortified into eggs, thus enhancing the biological and technological function of the albumen. Multiple strategies to meeting laying hens’ metabolic requirements and improvement in albumen quality are described in this review, including the use of amino acids, vitamins, minerals, essential oils, prebiotics, probiotics, organic trace elements, and phytogenic as feed additives. From this analysis, natural products can improve animal health and consequently albumen quality. Future research should focus on effects of these natural products in extending shelf life of the albumen during storage and at different storage conditions. Research in that direction may provide insight into albumen quality and its biological value in fresh and stored eggs.
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- Uchechukwu Edna Obianwuna
- National Engineering Research Center of Biological Feed, Feed Research Institute, Chinese Academy of Agricultural Sciences, Beijing, China
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- Department of Animal Science, Faculty of Agriculture, Rivers State University, Port Harcourt, Nigeria
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- National Engineering Research Center of Biological Feed, Feed Research Institute, Chinese Academy of Agricultural Sciences, Beijing, China
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- National Engineering Research Center of Biological Feed, Feed Research Institute, Chinese Academy of Agricultural Sciences, Beijing, China
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- National Engineering Research Center of Biological Feed, Feed Research Institute, Chinese Academy of Agricultural Sciences, Beijing, China
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- National Engineering Research Center of Biological Feed, Feed Research Institute, Chinese Academy of Agricultural Sciences, Beijing, China
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- National Engineering Research Center of Biological Feed, Feed Research Institute, Chinese Academy of Agricultural Sciences, Beijing, China
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Chen X, Ma XM, Yang CW, Jiang SZ, Huang LB, Li Y, Zhang F, Jiao N, Yang WR. Low Level of Dietary Organic Trace Elements Improve the Eggshell Strength, Trace Element Utilization, and Intestinal Function in Late-Phase Laying Hens. Front Vet Sci 2022; 9:903615. [PMID: 35711798 PMCID: PMC9197127 DOI: 10.3389/fvets.2022.903615] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/28/2022] [Accepted: 04/22/2022] [Indexed: 11/13/2022] Open
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This study was conducted to evaluate the effects of organic trace elements (Cu, Fe, Zn, and Mn) on performance, egg quality, trace elements utilization, and intestinal function in late-phase laying hens. A total of 1,080 laying hens (Hy-line brown, 65 weeks old) were randomly assigned to four treatments with six replications of 45 layers each. The basal diet was prepared without adding exogenous trace elements. The control group was fed with a basal diet supplemented with 600 mg/kg of inorganic trace elements. The three treatment groups were fed basal diets supplemented with 300, 450, and 600 mg/kg organic trace elements (OTE300, 450, and 600), respectively. The results showed that there was no significant difference in growth performance among all treatments. However, OTE450 significantly improved the eggshell strength of laying hens (p < 0.05), but had no significant effects on haugh unit, egg yolk weight, eggshell weight, and eggshell thickness, compared with other groups. Moreover, compared with the control group, OTE450 significantly increased the contents of copper, iron, and zinc in serum (p < 0.05). Meanwhile, all of the trace elements had a lower deposition in the feces in organic trace elements groups (p < 0.05). Histological analysis showed that the addition of organic trace elements could significantly improve the villus height and villus concealment ratio (p < 0.05). In addition, the messenger RNA (mRNA) and protein expressions of divalent metal transporter 1 (DMT1), zinc transporter 1 (ZnT-1), and ferroportin 1 (FPN1) were the highest in the OTE450 group. In conclusion, OTE450 could improve egg quality, intestinal function, and trace element utilization efficiency. Thus, this study provides a theoretical basis for the application of low levels of organic trace elements in laying hens.
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- Xing Chen
- Department of Animal Sciences and Technology, Shandong Agricultural University, Tai'an, China
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- Dongying Science and Technology Innovation Service Center, Dongying, China
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- Guelph Research and Development Center, Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC), Guelph, ON, Canada
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- Department of Animal Sciences and Technology, Shandong Agricultural University, Tai'an, China
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- Department of Animal Sciences and Technology, Shandong Agricultural University, Tai'an, China
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- Department of Animal Sciences and Technology, Shandong Agricultural University, Tai'an, China
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- Department of Animal Sciences and Technology, Shandong Agricultural University, Tai'an, China
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- Department of Animal Sciences and Technology, Shandong Agricultural University, Tai'an, China
- *Correspondence: Ning Jiao
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- Department of Animal Sciences and Technology, Shandong Agricultural University, Tai'an, China
- Wei-ren Yang
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Arbabi-Motlagh MM, Ghasemi HA, Hajkhodadadi I, Ebrahimi M. Effect of chelated source of additional zinc and selenium on performance, yolk fatty acid composition, and oxidative stability in laying hens fed with oxidised oil. Br Poult Sci 2022; 63:680-690. [PMID: 35522173 DOI: 10.1080/00071668.2022.2071596] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/02/2022]
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1. The following study determined whether the effects of the combined addition of zinc amino acid complex (ZA) and selenomethionine (SM) was superior to their single addition in controlling the oxidative stress induced by dietary oxidised fat in laying hens.2. Two hundred and forty 32-week-old laying hens were divided into the following dietary treatments (each consisting of six replicates of eight birds): 1) a fresh soy oil (FSO) diet; 2) an oxidised soy oil (OSO) diet; 3) an OSO diet plus 20 mg zinc as ZA/kg (OSO+ZA); 4) an OSO diet plus 0.2 mg selenium as SM/kg (OSO+SM); and 5) an OSO diet plus ZA and SM (OSO+ZA+SM).3. After 10 weeks of feeding hens, feed intake, egg production, and egg mass in the OSO+ZA+SM group were similar to the FSO group but better (P<0.05) than those in the OSO group. Shell thickness and shell breaking strength were significantly improved by the OSO+ZA and OSO+ZA+SM treatments.4. Increases in the yolk concentrations of palmitic acid and total saturated fatty acids (SFA), and decreases in yolk linoleic acid, n-6 polyunsaturated fatty acids (PUFA), total PUFA, and PUFA/SFA ratio were induced by dietary oxidised fat which were normalised (P<0.05) by OSO+SM and OSO+ZA+SM.5. An increase (P<0.05) in malondialdehyde and a decrease in 2,2-diphenyl-picrylhydrazyl radical scavenging activity in the yolk, induced by dietary oxidised fat, was significantly improved by all dietary supplementations, but only birds fed the OSO+ZA+SM diet exhibited similar values to those fed FSO.6. In conclusion, the simultaneous inclusion of organic zinc plus selenium in the oxidised fat diets was beneficial for improving egg-laying performance, yolk fatty acid profile, and oxidative stability, but not for internal egg quality, compared with either zinc or selenium alone in laying hens.
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- Department of Animal Science, Faculty of Agriculture and Environment, Arak University, Arak, 38156-8-8349, Iran
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- Department of Animal Science, Faculty of Agriculture and Environment, Arak University, Arak, 38156-8-8349, Iran
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- Department of Veterinary Preclinical Sciences, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Universiti Putra Malaysia, Serdang, 43400 UPM, Selangor, Malaysia
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Abbasi M, Dastar B, Afzali N, Shargh MS, Hashemi SR. The Effects of Nano and Micro Particle Size of Zinc Oxide on Performance, Fertility, Hatchability, and Egg Quality Characteristics in Laying Japanese Quail. Biol Trace Elem Res 2022; 200:2338-2348. [PMID: 34351562 DOI: 10.1007/s12011-021-02848-2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/07/2021] [Accepted: 07/20/2021] [Indexed: 10/20/2022]
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The current trial was conducted by using the 288 Japanese quails to evaluate the effects of a zinc-deficient diet supplemented with nano and micro zinc oxide on performance, fertility, hatchability, and egg quality characteristics. In this experiment, birds were randomly allocated to 9 dietary treatments includes diets supplemented with nano or micro particles of zinc oxide (amount of ZnO supplement for each treatment) to supply 49, 74, 99, and 124 mg zinc per kilogram of diet in a factorial arrangement (2 × 4) and a control non supplemented diet (24 mg/kg) with four replicates of eight birds (six females and two males) in each pen. Birds were fed the experimental diets from 47 to 75 days of age and had free access to water and feed during the experimental period. Results showed that Zn supplementation, regardless of particle size, improved the eggshell thickness (P < 0.01). A significant (P < 0.05) interaction was observed between zinc level and ZnO particle size for Shell breaking strength. Quails fed diets supplement with ZnO showed significantly higher egg weight and eggshell surface (P < 0.05) as compared with birds fed a non-supplemented control diet. Results obtained here showed that supplementation of nano ZnO enhanced fertility considerably. Application of non-linear quadratic models showed that the maximum egg production percentage was achieved when 67 or 72 mg/kg of dietary zinc was supplied from nano and micro ZnO, respectively. This result indicated that nano ZnO could reduce the zinc requirement in laying Japanese quail.
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- M Abbasi
- Department of Animal & Poultry Nutrition, Gorgan University of Agricultural Sciences & Natural Resources, PO Box, 49156-77555, Gorgan, Iran.
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- Department of Animal & Poultry Nutrition, Gorgan University of Agricultural Sciences & Natural Resources, PO Box, 49156-77555, Gorgan, Iran
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- Department of Animal Science, University of Birjand, PO Box, 97198-66981, Birjand, Iran
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- Department of Animal & Poultry Nutrition, Gorgan University of Agricultural Sciences & Natural Resources, PO Box, 49156-77555, Gorgan, Iran
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- Department of Animal & Poultry Nutrition, Gorgan University of Agricultural Sciences & Natural Resources, PO Box, 49156-77555, Gorgan, Iran
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Kannan A, Prakash B, Paul SS, Raju MVLN, Rama Rao SV, Shanmugam M. Effect of dietary supplementation of zinc proteinate on performance, egg quality, blood biochemical parameters, and egg zinc content in White Leghorn layers. Trop Anim Health Prod 2022; 54:160. [PMID: 35426520 DOI: 10.1007/s11250-022-03162-2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/17/2022] [Accepted: 04/07/2022] [Indexed: 10/18/2022]
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A study was conducted to investigate the effects of zinc proteinate (Zn-P) on laying performance, egg quality, antioxidant indices, and egg zinc content in laying hens from 38 to 49 weeks of age. A total of 150 White Leghorn layers were randomly assigned to five treatments, each with six replicates with five birds per replication. Dietary treatments included a corn-soybean meal-based basal diet with no zinc addition and basal diet supplemented with Zn-P at 40, 80, 120, or 160 mg/kg of feed for 12 weeks. The analyzed zinc concentrations of the five diets were 29.5, 70.8, 110.2, 147.5, and 187.5 mg Zn/kg, respectively. Dietary Zn-P supplementation had no effect on feed intake and egg production. However, raising the zinc level improved egg weight (P < 0.01) and egg mass (P < 0.05) and lowered the feed conversion ratio (P < 0.05) during the later (46-49 weeks) period. The Zn-P supplementation also significantly (P < 0.05) increased Haugh units, egg shell strength, and shell thickness and had no influence on other egg quality parameters. Increasing zinc levels in the diet resulted in increase in egg zinc contents and serum zinc level. The serum triglyceride and LDL-cholesterol levels significantly decreased (P < 0.05) in Zn-P-supplemented groups. Supplementation of Zn-P significantly (P < 0.05) increased serum Cu-Zn-SOD activity and reduced MDA concentration. It could be concluded that dietary supplementation of higher levels of Zn-P, more than 80 mg/kg diet, significantly improved the egg zinc content, some egg quality traits, antioxidant activity, and serum zinc levels.
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- A Kannan
- ICAR-Directorate of Poultry Research, Hyderabad, 500030, Telangana, India.
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- ICAR-Directorate of Poultry Research, Hyderabad, 500030, Telangana, India
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- ICAR-Directorate of Poultry Research, Hyderabad, 500030, Telangana, India
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- ICAR-Directorate of Poultry Research, Hyderabad, 500030, Telangana, India
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- ICAR-Directorate of Poultry Research, Hyderabad, 500030, Telangana, India
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- ICAR-Directorate of Poultry Research, Hyderabad, 500030, Telangana, India
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Wang X, Liu Y, Zhao HH, Wu YM, Liu CJ, Duan GY, Wang YZ, Liu TM, Huang P, Li YH, Fan ZY, Qiu HJ, Zhu SY, Lin Q. Effects of Dietary Ramie Powder at Various Levels on the Production Performance, Serum Biochemical Indices, Antioxidative Capacity, and Intestinal Development of Laying Hens. Front Physiol 2022; 12:823734. [PMID: 35242047 PMCID: PMC8887865 DOI: 10.3389/fphys.2021.823734] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/28/2021] [Accepted: 12/29/2021] [Indexed: 11/23/2022] Open
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The purpose of this study was to investigate the effects of ramie (0, 3, 6, and 9%) included in diets on production performance, antioxidative capacity, serum biochemical indices, and intestinal development of laying hens. A total of 432 Lohmann commercial laying hens were randomly allotted to one of four dietary treatments and fed for 6 weeks. The results showed that the inclusion of ramie had no negative effects on laying performance, and increased (quadratic, P < 0.05) the laying rate with the highest value in the 6% ramie group. However, ramie content in the diet up to 9% reduced the apparent metabolic energy, dry matter, and organic matter apparent digestibility of laying hens compared with those in the 3% ramie group. The content of high-density lipoprotein (HDL-C) in serum was increased (P < 0.05), but the activity of aspartate aminotransferase (AST) was decreased (P < 0.05) by dietary ramie supplementation. As the dietary ramie level increased, the activity of serum glutathione peroxidase (GSH-Px) was increased quadratically (P < 0.05). Compared with control, 3% ramie group significantly increased (P < 0.01) liver total superoxide dismutase (SOD) activity. Meanwhile, the addition of 3∼6% ramie powder increased (P < 0.05) villus height of jejunum and villus height/crypt depth (V/C) of ileum, which reflected the intestinal promotional effect of ramie powder. In conclusion, ramie in a diet of less than 9% might protect the liver and improve the antioxidative capacity with no detrimental impacts on the laying hens. Moreover, it could promote the intestinal mucosal structure and have a positive impact on the intestine health of the laying hens.
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- Xin Wang
- Institute of Bast Fiber Crops, Chinese Academy of Agricultural Sciences, Changsha, China
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- College of Animal Science and Technology, Hunan Agricultural University, Changsha, China.,Hunan Deren Husbandry Technology Co., Ltd., Changde, China
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- Institute of Bast Fiber Crops, Chinese Academy of Agricultural Sciences, Changsha, China
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- College of Animal Science and Technology, Hunan Agricultural University, Changsha, China.,Hunan Deren Husbandry Technology Co., Ltd., Changde, China
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- Institute of Bast Fiber Crops, Chinese Academy of Agricultural Sciences, Changsha, China
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- Institute of Bast Fiber Crops, Chinese Academy of Agricultural Sciences, Changsha, China.,Hunan Deren Husbandry Technology Co., Ltd., Changde, China
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- Institute of Bast Fiber Crops, Chinese Academy of Agricultural Sciences, Changsha, China
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- Institute of Bast Fiber Crops, Chinese Academy of Agricultural Sciences, Changsha, China
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- College of Animal Science and Technology, Hunan Agricultural University, Changsha, China
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- College of Animal Science and Technology, Hunan Agricultural University, Changsha, China
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- College of Animal Science and Technology, Hunan Agricultural University, Changsha, China
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- Institute of Bast Fiber Crops, Chinese Academy of Agricultural Sciences, Changsha, China
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- Institute of Bast Fiber Crops, Chinese Academy of Agricultural Sciences, Changsha, China
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- Institute of Bast Fiber Crops, Chinese Academy of Agricultural Sciences, Changsha, China.,Hunan Deren Husbandry Technology Co., Ltd., Changde, China
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Evaluating the Effect of a Brewery By-Product as Feed Supplementation on the Quality of Eggs by Means of a Human Panel and E-Tongue and E-Nose Analysis. CHEMOSENSORS 2021. [DOI: 10.3390/chemosensors9080213] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/16/2022]
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The objective of our research was to evaluate the possible alteration of the organoleptic properties of eggs produced by hens (Lohmann Brown-Classic) fed with diets containing different doses of an industrial by-product enriched with organic zinc (Zincoppyeast, ZP): Control 0%, ZP 2.5%, and ZP 5.0%. Eggs were collected after 30 days (batch 1) and 60 days (batch 2) of feeding with the experimental diets and subjected to chemical, microbiological, human sensory, e-nose, and e-tongue analyses. There was no significant difference among the microbiological status of eggs of the three groups, but there were significant differences (p < 0.05) in the fat (9.5% vs. 9.3%) and protein contents (12.7% vs. 13.4%) of the Control and ZP 5.0% groups, respectively. Human sensory analysis showed no clear change in the organoleptic characteristics of the eggs. Using linear discriminant analysis (LDA), the e-tongue could recognize the three groups of eggs in batch 1 and batch 2 with 95.9% and 100% accuracy and had a prediction accuracy of 64.8% and 56.2%, respectively. When the eggs were incubating at 50 °C or 80 °C before the e-nose analysis, the groups of eggs could be recognized with 98.0% and 82.7% accuracy, and predicted with 68.5% and 62.2% accuracy, respectively, using principal component analysis-based discriminant analysis (PCA–DA). The aroma compounds and respective sensory descriptors showing changes among the different groups of eggs (batch, storage, and feeding) were identified based on the e-nose analysis. The supplementation of laying hens’ feed with the investigated industrial by-product can be applied without any substantial effect on egg quality, which can, however, be detected with advanced analytical methods.
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