In modern animal production systems, it is essential to minimize the impacts of chronic inflammation and excessive stress so that chickens can use their energy for growth rather than defense.
Although there is no “magic ball” to prevent the multifactorial conditions associated with chronic stress, numerous studies have shown that alternative products, such as probiotics, targeted microbes, prebiotics and phytochemicals, can help improve gut microbial balance, metabolism and intestinal integrity.
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