Host-Microbiota Interactions in Ileum and Caecum of Pigs Divergent in Feed Efficiency Contribute to Nutrient Utilization

Host-Microbiota Interactions in Ileum and Caecum of Pigs Divergent in Feed Efficiency Contribute to Nutrient Utilization

The composition of the intestinal microbiota plays an important role in the digestion and utilization of nutrients and for gut health. Low-fiber diets stimulate digestion and absorption processes, predominantly in the upper region of the gastrointestinal tract, thereby increasing the conversion of f...

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Main Authors: Henry Reyer, Michael Oster, Ursula M. McCormack, Eduard Muráni, Gillian E. Gardiner, Siriluck Ponsuksili, Peadar G. Lawlor, Klaus Wimmers
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2020-04-01
Series:Microorganisms
Subjects:
residual feed intake
gene expression
caecum
ileum
Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2076-2607/8/4/563

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