A Capsaicin-Based Phytogenic Solution Improves Performance and Thermal Tolerance of Heat-Stressed Growing Pigs

A Capsaicin-Based Phytogenic Solution Improves Performance and Thermal Tolerance of Heat-Stressed Growing Pigs

Exposure to heat stress (HS) detrimentally affects pig performance. This study explored whether a dietary phytogenic solution based on <i>Capsicum</i> spp. (PHY) could enhance the thermal tolerance of heat-stressed growing pigs. Forty-two individually housed pigs were randomly assigned t...

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Main Authors: Miguel Cervantes, Panagiotis Sakkas, Moisés Soto, Alejandra Jaquelin Gómez, Reyna L. Camacho, Néstor Arce, Nicolas Quilichini, Adriana Morales
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2024-03-01
Series:Animals
Subjects:
heat stress
growing pigs
performance
thermoregulation
oxidative stress
AA metabolism
Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2076-2615/14/6/973

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