Effects of different starch structures on energy metabolism in pigs
Abstract Background Starch is a major component of carbohydrates and a major energy source for monogastric animals. Starch is composed of amylose and amylopectin and has different physiological functions due to its different structure. It has been shown that the energy supply efficiency of amylose i...
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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BMC
2023-08-01
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Series: | Journal of Animal Science and Biotechnology |
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Online Access: | https://doi.org/10.1186/s40104-023-00908-2 |