Butyrate Supplementation Improves Intestinal Health and Growth Performance in Livestock: A Review
Liaocheng University · University College Dublin
Abstract
Butyrate supplementation has gained considerable attention for its potential benefits in livestock, particularly concerning intestinal health and growth performance. This review synthesizes recent research on the diverse roles of butyrate, across various livestock species. As a short-chain fatty acid, butyrate is known for enhancing intestinal development, improving immune function, and modulating microbial diversity. Studies indicate that butyrate supports gut barrier integrity, reduces inflammation, and optimizes feed efficiency, especially during the critical weaning and post-weaning periods in calves, piglets, and lambs. Supplementation with butyrate in livestock has been shown to increase average daily…
Citation impact
- FWCI
- 60.55
- Percentile
- 100%
- References
- 118
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8Topics & keywords
- Butyrate
- Livestock
- Biology
- Immune system
- Gut flora
- Epigenetics
- Feed additive
- Probiotic
- Zero hunger