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Nano-Selenium as a Key Supplement in Rabbit Nutrition: Physiological and Productive Benefits-A Review Abd El-Aziz, A.; Noreldin, A.; Elbaz, A.; Mishra, B.; Buonaiuto, G.; El-Sabrout, K.
Tropical Animal Science Journal Vol. 48 No. 6 (2025): Tropical Animal Science Journal
Publisher : Faculty of Animal Science, IPB University

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.5398/tasj.2025.48.6.481

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Nutrition is a vital component of health, productivity, and performance. During the last decades, nanotechnology has been highlighted as an innovative technique in the area of animal nutrition, which is used for improving nutrient utilization/supply and maintaining the health of the animal. Among the nano-minerals, selenium nano-particles (Nano-Se) have been of exceptional interest because of higher bioavailability and biological activity than the traditional sources of Se. Nano-Se is essential for growth performance, gut health, and immunity in rabbits. The absorption of trace elements is essential for an animal’s growth and productivity. Nano-Se has exhibited visible potential in advancing physiological processes, functioning as an effective antioxidant and anti-inflammatory agent. These attributes result in better immune response, healthier guts, and proper organ function. Moreover, selenium is well known for its vital role in immune regulation, digestion, and metabolism. Several reports are available on the beneficial effects of Nano-Se supplementation on production performance, reproductive performance, carcass characteristics, and meat quality in rabbits. By modulating the expression of tight junction proteins, Nano-Se safeguards gut barrier function, improves hematobiochemical profiles, and supports tissue histology. Therefore, Nano-Se not only enhances biological performance but also the economic efficiency of rabbit production. The review provides a comprehensive and updated overview of the action mechanisms, effective dosage levels, and physiological effects of Nano-Se on rabbit growth, nutrient digestibility, reproduction, immunity, and intestinal health. It also stresses the necessity of precise selenium supplementation and indicates the range of optimum dietary selenium levels between 0.05 and 0.3 mg/kg, depending on the diet composition. Further research is needed to establish proper and safe Nano-Se supplementation guidelines for sustainable rabbit production.
Sodium Butyrate Supplementation for Improving Poultry and Rabbit Performance Abd El-Aziz , A. H.; El-Sabrout, K.; Abo Ghanima, M.
Tropical Animal Science Journal Vol. 47 No. 2 (2024): Tropical Animal Science Journal
Publisher : Faculty of Animal Science, IPB University

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.5398/tasj.2024.47.2.252

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Sodium butyrate (SB) is a compound that belongs to the class of short-chain fatty acids (SCFA). It is derived from the breakdown of dietary fiber in the colon by gut bacteria. Supplementation of SB in poultry and rabbit diets is of great importance due to its numerous benefits to animal health and performance. Previous studies have shown that sodium butyrate can improve nutrient digestibility, enhance gut health, strengthen the immune system, and reduce the incidence of intestinal diseases in poultry. These favorable benefits eventually contribute to the increased of growth, feed efficiency, and profitability in the poultry and rabbit industries. By improving nutrient digestibility, enhancing gut health, and strengthening the immune system, SB supplementation helps to reduce the incidence of intestinal diseases in poultry and rabbits. This ultimately leads to improved growth, feed efficiency, and overall profitability in the poultry industry. Additionally, SB supplementation can help reduce the need for antibiotics in poultry farming, promoting a more sustainable and environmentally friendly approach to raising poultry. It has efficacy against acid-intolerant species, including Salmonella sp., Clostridium perfringens, and Escherichia coli. Furthermore, the pH of the gastrointestinal system was successfully decreased by administering SB. These properties make SB a promising alternative for maintaining gastrointestinal health and improving poultry and rabbit performance. Therefore, this review provides insight into the continuous development of novel SB supplements and highlights their potential contribution to poultry and rabbit farms.