Publications by authors named "A A Swelum"

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  • The study aimed to evaluate the effects of thyme powder (TP), garlic powder (GP), and their combination on broiler chickens, focusing on growth performance, blood health, and carcass quality.
  • The experiment involved 264 broiler chicks divided into four groups receiving different dietary treatments, which showed that TP, GP, and their combination significantly improved feed intake, growth rates, and carcass characteristics compared to a control group.
  • Notable improvements in immune function and oxidative stress markers were observed, particularly with the combination treatment, suggesting enhanced overall health and the potential of these natural additives as alternatives to antibiotics.
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This study evaluated the effects of Moringa oleifera leaf powder extract stabilized with zinc nanoparticles (ZnNPs-MLPE) as a natural growth promoter in broiler diets. Randomly assigned 264 one-day-old Ross 308 chicks to four different feeding treatments, with each group being subdivided into six replicates, each comprising 11 unsexed chicks. The control group was fed a basic diet without additives, while the experimental groups were supplemented with 1.

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This study aimed to discover how Echinacea powder extract (EPE), an antioxidant, affects the growth rate, body composition, and blood parameters in broilers as an alternative to antibiotics. In a completely randomized design study, 4 experimental groups received 280 broiler chicks, 5-days-old (Cobb 500). Each group was distributed into 7 replicates, each containing ten unsexed chicks.

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This study aimed to discover how using nano artichoke leaf extract Stabilized with zinc Nanoparticles (ZnO-Nano-ALPE) as an alternative to antibiotics and an antioxidant in broiler feed affected their growth, meat quality, and blood. In a completely randomized design experiment, 210 1-day-old chicks (Arbor Acres) were assigned to three trial groups. Each group was subdivided into seven replicates, each with ten unsexed chicks.

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