Sources, dynamics in vivo, and application of astaxanthin and lutein in laying hens: A review

Astaxanthin (Ax) and lutein are important fat-soluble pigments and essential nutrients for human and animal health. Haematococcus pluvialis microalga and Phaffia rhodozyma yeast are ideal species for commercial Ax production. Marigold flowers are a main source of commercial lutein. Dynamics of dieta...

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Main Authors: Hanyi Shi, Xuejuan Deng, Xiaoyu Ji, Ning Liu, Huiyi Cai
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: KeAi Communications Co., Ltd. 2023-06-01
Series:Animal Nutrition
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Online Access:http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2405654523000276