In-feed resin acids reduce matrix metalloproteinase activity in the ileal mucosa of healthy broilers without inducing major effects on the gut microbiota [PDF]
The chicken gut is constantly exposed to harmful molecules and microorganisms which endanger the integrity of the intestinal wall. Strengthening intestinal mucosal integrity is a key target for feed additives that aim to promote intestinal health in ...
Aguirre Morales, Marisol +8 more
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Lactobacillus reuteri inhibition of Enteropathogenic Escherichia coli adherence to human intestinal epithelium [PDF]
Enteropathogenic Escherichia coli (EPEC) is a major cause of diarrheal infant death in developing countries, and probiotic bacteria have been shown to provide health benefits in gastrointestinal infections.
Bartman +42 more
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This study explored the effects of different protein and energy levels on growth performance and serum biochemical indices of ewes during early and mid-pregnancy.
Xin Wang +10 more
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Prevalence of intestinal protozoa infection among school-aged children on Pemba Island, Tanzania, and effect of single-dose albendazole, nitazoxanide and albendazole-nitazoxanide. [PDF]
Pathogenic intestinal protozoa infections are common in school-aged children in the developing world and they are frequently associated with malabsorption syndromes and gastrointestinal morbidity.
Albonico, Marco +7 more
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Intestinal microbiota and its interaction to intestinal health in nursery pigs
The intestinal microbiota has gained increased attention from researchers within the swine industry due to its role in promoting intestinal maturation, immune system modulation, and consequently the enhancement of the health and growth performance of the host.
Marcos Elias Duarte, Sung Woo Kim
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Background Enterotoxigenic Escherichia coli K88 (E. coli K88) are considered as a major cause of diarrhea and death in newly weaned piglets. Oral passive immunization with chicken egg yolk immunoglobulins (IgY) have attracted considerable attention for ...
Zhaobin Wang +11 more
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The Guanylate Cyclase C-cGMP Signaling Axis Opposes Intestinal Epithelial Injury and Neoplasia. [PDF]
Guanylate cyclase C (GUCY2C) is a transmembrane receptor expressed on the luminal aspect of the intestinal epithelium. Its ligands include bacterial heat-stable enterotoxins responsible for traveler\u27s diarrhea, the endogenous peptide hormones ...
Rappaport, Jeffrey A., Waldman, Scott A.
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Characterization of shifts of koala (Phascolarctos cinereus) intestinal microbial communities associated with antibiotic treatment. [PDF]
Koalas (Phascolarctos cinereus) are arboreal marsupials native to Australia that eat a specialized diet of almost exclusively eucalyptus leaves.
Dahlhausen, Katherine E +4 more
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Intestinal microbiota and health
Each organ has a unique microbiota, formerly known as its flora. In discussions around microbiota, intestinal microbiota comes to mind first. Microbes in the intestinal microbiota are essential for shaping and maintaining human physiology, and play an active role in hemostasis.
Kamer Kalip, Nazlı Atak
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Protective Activity of Broccoli Sprout Juice in a Human Intestinal Cell Model of Gut Inflammation [PDF]
Benefits to health from a high consumption of fruits and vegetables are well established and have been attributed to bioactive secondary metabolites present in edible plants.
Baima, Simona +14 more
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