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The Effect of Probiotic and Prebiotic Feed Supplementation on Chicken Health and Gut Microflora: A Review
Elijah I. Ohimain and Ruth T.S. Ofongo
Corresponding Author: Elijah I. Ohimain
Submitted: February 22, 2012
Accepted: March 01, 2012
Published: April 20, 2012 |
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Commercial poultry production is ranked among the highest source of animal protein in the world.
Microbial infections caused by bacteria (Salmonella, Clostridium perfringes) and parasites particularly Eimeria
has continued to challenge the poultry industry. Antibiotic Growth Promoters (AGP) have been traditionally
used to counter microbial infections in poultry. But due to public health concerns, the use of AGP in poultry
is either restricted or out rightly banned in several countries. Hence, this review is aimed at highlighting
alternative feed supplements that can enhance performance and protect the chickens from microbial infections.
The study found that dietary supplements containing probiotic, prebiotic and enzymes are able to enhance
performance while protecting the chickens from microbial infection.
Key words: Bifidobacteria, E. coli, Eimeria, fungi myceliated grains, gut microflora, Lactobacillus, microbial, infections, prebiotics, probiotics, Salmonella
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Elijah I. Ohimain and Ruth T.S. Ofongo, . The Effect of Probiotic and Prebiotic Feed Supplementation on Chicken Health and Gut Microflora: A Review. International Journal of Animal and Veterinary Advances, (2): 135-143.
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ISSN (Online): 2041-2908
ISSN (Print): 2041-2894 |
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