Supplementation of Ampelopsis grossedentata extract contributes to the improvement of intestinal health in swine.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Ampelopsis grossedentata (vine tea), a high polyphenol content antioxidant plant resource, is renowned for its medicinal benefits. This study aimed to investigate the effects of Ampelopsis grossedentata extract (AGE) on anti-inflammatory and antioxidant ability, enhancement of intestinal immunity, improvement of intestinal structure, and regulation of gut microbiota in swine.

Methods

A total of 135 weaned piglets were randomly divided into three groups: a control group, a low-dose group, and a high-dose group. Pigs were weighed and blood was collected on days 36, 85, and 154. The feed intake was recorded daily to calculate growth performance parameters. On day 154, five to six pigs in each group were randomly selected and euthanized to obtain a sma

SUBMITTER: Liu X 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11373254 | biostudies-literature | 2024

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature