Dietary supplementation with selenium-enriched earthworm powder improves antioxidative ability and immunity of laying hens

Selenium (Se) has been recognized as an essential dietary nutrient for decades, and organic Se sources rather than inorganic ones are increasingly advocated as Se supplements. Earthworms have been studied as a feed additive and animal protein source for many yr. The aim of this study was to evaluate...

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Main Authors: Xiaofei Sun, Shi-zhong Yue, Yu-hui Qiao, Zhen-jun Sun, Chong Wang, Hua-fen Li
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Elsevier 2020-11-01
Series:Poultry Science
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Online Access:http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0032579120304995