Publications by authors named "Ying-Huan Zhou"
The purpose of this experiment was to investigate the effects of Hot Water Extract of Juncao-substrate Residue (HWE-JGLR) on the immune function and intestinal health of yellow-feather broilers. In an animal feeding experiment, 288 male yellow-feather broilers (1 day old) were randomly allocated to four treatment groups with six replicates of 12 birds each. The control (CON) group was fed a basal diet.
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- Ganoderma lucidum polysaccharides (GLP) have antioxidant and immune-boosting properties, and HWE-JGLR, derived from its hot water extract, is rich in these compounds.
- This study evaluated the effects of HWE-JGLR supplementation on the growth, serum biochemistry, antioxidant abilities, and gut bacteria of yellow-feathered broilers, comparing it to a standard corn-soybean meal diet.
- Results revealed that HWE-JGLR improved good cholesterol levels, reduced triglycerides, enhanced antioxidant functions through specific signaling pathways, and altered gut microbiota composition, highlighting its potential as a valuable green feed additive.