Natural Feed Additives Used in the Poultry Industry addresses recent information on the use of different natural feed additives in poultry nutrition. Chapters in the book focus on the growth, production, reproduction and health of poultry.
Key Features:
- 15 chapters contributed by more than 30 experts and scientists involved in animal and poultry nutrition, physiology, toxicology, pharmacology, and pathology
- Chapters highlight the significance of a variety of herbal plant extracts and derivatives, cold-pressed and essential oils, fruits by-products, immunomodulators, organic acids, probiotics, nanoparticles and their role in poultry industry instead of the growth promoter antibiotics.
- Provides details about the use of antibiotics as growth promoters in poultry and the development of bacterial resistance.
- Provides a holistic approach on how natural feed additives can provide an efficient solution to animal health,
- Covers the main categories of poultry, including broiler chickens, laying hens, quails, geese, ducks, and turkey.
- References in each chapter for further reading
This handbook represents an up-to-date review of the existing knowledge on natural feed additives, both in vitro and in vivo and the basis for future research. The text is useful to students of poultry sciences, nutritionists, scientists, veterinarians, pharmacologists, poultry breeders, and animal husbandry extension workers.
Table of Contents
Chapter 1 an Overview of Natural Feed Additive Alternatives to AGPS
Chapter 2 Antibiotics as Growth Promoters in Poultry Feeding
- Introduction
- Types and Properties of Antibiotics
- Uses of Antibiotics in Animals and Poultry
- Antibiotics as Growth Promoters
- Mechanism of Action of Antibiotic Growth Promoters
- Pharmacology and Toxicology of Antibiotics Used in Poultry
- Production
- Causes of Antimicrobial Residues in Tissues of Poultry
- Possible Health Risks Related to Antibiotic Residues
- Allergy or Hypersensitivity Reactions
- Disruption of Normal Intestinal Microbiota
- Development of Antimicrobial Resistance
- Other Health Effects
- Impact of Antimicrobial Residues on Environment and Soil
- Microbes
- Techniques for Screening of Antibiotic Residues in Edible Poultry
- Tissues
- Recommendations and Measures for Control and Prevention Of
- Antibiotic Residues in Poultry Tissues
- Conclusions
- Consent for Publication
- Conflict of Interest
- Acknowledgements
- References
Chapter 3 The Role of Garlic and Rosemary Herbs in Poultry
- Introduction
- Garlic and Rosemary Chemical Composition and Structure
- Mechanism of Action
- Beneficial Effects of Garlic and Rosemary Herbs
- Growth Enhancer
- Immunomodulator
- Blood Biochemistry
- Liver and Kidney Functions as Affected by Garlic and Rosemary
- Hypocholesterolemic Effect
- Antioxidant Enzyme Effect
- Conclusion
- Mahmoud Alagawany and Mohamed E. Abd El-Hack
- Mayada R. Farag, Mahmoud Alagawany, Mohamed E. Abd El-Hack, Shaaban S. Elnesr,
- Gihan G. Moustafa, Kuldeep Dhama and Nabela I. El-Sharkawy
- Hamada A. M. Elwan, Shaaban S. Elnesr, Mayada R. Farag, Rana M. Bilal,
- Mohamed E. Abd El-Hack and Mahmoud Alagawany
- Consent for Publication
- Conflict of Interest
- Acknowledgements
- References
Chapter 4 Nigella Sativa Seeds and Their Derivatives in Poultry Feed
- Introduction
- Morphology of Nigella Sativa and Chemical Composition
- Pharmaceutical Activities of Nigella Sativa
- Antioxidant Effects
- Antimicrobial Activity
- Immunomodulatory Effect
- Anti-Cancerous Effects
- Nigella Sativa Effect on Poultry Performance
- Concluding Remarks
- Consent for Publication
- Conflict of Interest
- Acknowledgements
- References
Chapter 5 Beneficial Impacts of Licorice (Glycyrrhiza Glabra) Herb
- Introduction
- Chemical Composition and Structure
- Beneficial Health Role of Licorice
- Hepatoprotective, Anti-Malignant and Detoxifying Activities
- Antioxidant and Anti-Inflammatory Activities
- Immunomodulator and Antiviral Effects
- Impacts of Licorice on Some Blood Components
- Impact of Licorice on Growth Performance
- Concluding Remarks
- Consent for Publication
- Conflict of Interest
- Acknowledgements
- References
Chapter 6 The Useful Applications of Origanum Vulgare in Poultry
- Introduction
- Scientific Classification and Anatomical Structure
- Biological Activities and Beneficial Aspects in Poultry
- Enhanced Intestinal Functions, Growth Rate and Productivity
- Improved Nutrient Digestibility and Nutrient Utilization
- Antioxidant Effect on Meat Quality
- Antimicrobial and Immunomodulation Effects
- Effect on Hematology and Biochemical Parameters
- Mohamed E. Abd El-Hack, Sameh A. Abdelnour, Husein Ohran, Ayman E. Taha And
- Mahmoud Alagawany
- Mohamed E. Abd El-Hack, Sameh A. Abdelnour, Asmaa F. Khafaga, Ayman A. Swelum
- And Mahmoud Alagawany
- Mohamed E. Abd El-Hack, Sameh A. Abdelnour, Asmaa F. Khafaga, Gaber E. Batiha
- And Mahmoud Alagawany
- Concluding Remarks
- Consent for Publication
- Conflict of Interest
- Acknowledgements
- References
Chapter 7 Importance of Quinoa (Chenopodium Quinoa) in Poultry
- Introduction
- Nutritional and Phytochemical Composition of the Quinoa Plant
- Global Various Regions for Quinoa Cultivation
- Traditional Use of Quinoa Grains
- Biological Properties and Functional Applications of Quinoa
- Anti-Oxidants and Immunomodulatory Effects
- Anti-Inflammatory Effects
- Antihypertensive and Hypocholesterolemic Effects
- Prebiotic Effects
- Beneficial Uses of Quinoa in Poultry
- Conclusions
- Consent for Publication
- Conflict of Interest
- Acknowledgements
- References
Chapter 8 Turmeric (Curcuma Longa) as a Useful Feed Supplement In
- Introduction
- Turmeric Active Constituents
- The Beneficial Applications of Turmeric in Poultry Production
- Immunostimulatory Role of Turmeric
- Anti-Inflammatory Effect
- Preventing Infectious Diseases
- Antibacterial Activity
- Antifungal Activity
- Antiviral and Parasitic Infections
- Aspects of Using Turmeric in Poultry Production
- Broiler Performance
- Laying Hen Performance
- Carcass Traits
- Concluding Remarks
- Consent for Publication
- Conflict of Interest
- Acknowledgements
- References
- Muhammad Asif Arain, Mahmoud Alagawany, Muhammad Saeed, Muhammad Umar,
- Nasrullah, Feroza Soomro, Mayada R. Farag and Mohamed E. Abd El-Hack
- Mohamed E. Abd El-Hack, Mohammed A. E. Naiel, Samar S. Negm, Asmaa F. Khafaga,
- Sabry A.A. El-Sayed, Sarah Y.A. Ahmed, Mayada R. Farag and Mahmoud Alagawany
- Description of Moringa Oleifera
- Uses of Moringa Oleifera
- Prospective Toxicity of Moringa Oleifera
- Nutritional Composition of Moringa Oleifera Leaf
- Phytochemicals of Moringa Oleifera Leaf
- Antioxidants in Moringa Oleifera Leaf
- Inclusion of Moringa Oleifera Leaf in Poultry Diets
- Introduction
- Description of Chia Seed
- Phytochemicals in Chia Seed
- Nutritional Composition of Chia Seed
- Protein and Amino Acid Contents
- The Fiber Content of Chia Seed
- Minerals Content of Chia Seed
- Fatty Acid Composition Content of Chia Seed
- Therapeutic Perspectives of Chia Seed
- Antioxidant Activity
- Effect of Chia on Immune System
- Cardio-Protective Effects of Chia Seed
- Anti-Inflammatory Properties
- Uses of Chia Seed in Poultry Research
- Conclusion
- Consent for Publication
- Conflict of Interest
- Acknowledgements
- References
Chapter 9 Cassia Fistula
- Introduction
- Plant Biography
- Application in Herbal Medicine
- Applications in Ayurvedic Medicine
- Phytochemistry
- Biological Activities
- Cassia Fistula Use in Animals and Poultry
- Conclusion
- Consent for Publication
- Conflict of Interest
- Acknowledgements
- References
Chapter 10 Moringa (Moringa Oleifera) and Its Role in Poultry
- Introduction
- Zohaib A. Bhutto, Muhammad A. Arain, Mahmoud Alagawany, Muhammad Umar,
- Ilahi Bakhash Marghazani, Nasrullah, Feroza Soomro, Mohamed E. Abd El-Hack,
- Muhammad Saeed, Mayada R. Farag, Ahmed Noreldin and Kuldeep Dhama
- Ahmed Noreldin, Mohamed E. Abd El-Hack, Shaaban S. Elnesr, Mayada R. Farag,
- Hamada A. M. Elwan and Mahmoud Alagawany
Chapter 11 Nutritional and Promising Therapeutic
- Muhammad Saeed, Muhammad Sajjad Khan, Muhammad Asif Arain, Mohamed E. Abd El-Hack,
- Mayada R. Farag and Mahmoud Alagawany
- Conclusion
- Consent for Publication
- Conflict of Interest
- Acknowledgements
- References
Chapter 12 Green Tea (Camellia Sinensis)
- Introduction
- Health Benefits on Poultry Species
- Broilers Chickens
- Laying Hens
- Conclusion
- Consent for Publication
- Conflict of Interest
- Acknowledgements
- References
Chapter 13 Beneficial Impacts of Essential Oils on Poultry Health
- Introduction
- Some Types of Essential Oils
- Thymol
- Sources of Thymol
- Chemical and Physical Characteristics
- Beneficial Aspects of Thymol
- Immunomodulatory Effect
- Scavenging Effect
- Antimicrobial Activity
- Antiviral Activity
- Resveratrol
- Natural Sources
- Biological Activities and Mechanisms
- Metabolism, Biosynthesis, and Bioavailability
- Antioxidant Activity and Role in Poultry Nutrition
- Carvacrol
- Carvacrol Origin
- Carvacrol's Chemical Formula and Properties
- Biological Activities’ Mechanisms
- Metabolism and Excretion
- Beneficial Characteristics of Carvacrol
- Growth Performance and Nutrients Bioavailability
- Antiviral Activity
- Antimicrobial Activity
- Cymophenol Scavenging Activity
- Immunomodulatory Effect
- Anti-Tumor Effects
- Hepatoprotective Effect
Author
- Mahmoud Mohamed Alagawany
- Mohamed Ezzat Abd El-Hack
