Lauric acid saponified with calcium ameliorates indices of intestinal function and gut health in weaned piglets

Reducing the use of antibiotics is one of the largest challenges for pig production. The scientific community has investigated numerous alternative substances to antibiotics, including medium-chain fatty acids, due to their antimicrobial and protective effects on the gut health of piglets. The prese...

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Main Authors: Raffaella Rebucci, Marcello Comi, Matteo Ghiringhelli, Silvia Giorgi, Federica Cheli, Valentino Bontempo
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Taylor & Francis Group 2021-01-01
Series:Italian Journal of Animal Science
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Online Access:http://dx.doi.org/10.1080/1828051X.2021.1944338