The effect of Japanese eel as a main ingredient on hair condition, antioxidant ability, apparent total tract digestibility and body weight gain in cat food.

ABSTRACT: This study aims to evaluate the impact of Japanese eel (Anguilla japonica) as a primary ingredient in cat food on hair condition, antioxidant capacity, apparent total tract digestibility (ATTD), and body weight gain in adult cats. Twenty-four healthy adult cats were assigned divided into three dietary groups: a 0% eel group (C), a 14% eel group (T1), and a 40% eel group (T2). Over a 56-day period, hair coat condition, ATTD, antioxidant indices, and body weight were monitored. The results indicated an improvement in hair luster and softness among the high eel group. By day 56, the 40% eel group demonstrated significant improvements in both hair luster (3.0 vs. 2.4 in control, p < 0.05) and softness (3.0 vs. 2.2 in control, p < 0.05). Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM) a

SUBMITTER: Yuan Y 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12206635 | biostudies-literature | 2025

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature