The use of a tannin crude extract from Cistus ladanifer L. to protect soya-bean protein from degradation in the rumen

The use of a tannin crude extract from Cistus ladanifer L. to protect soya-bean protein from degradation in the rumen

Cistus ladanifer L. (CL) is a perennial shrub abundant in dry woods and dry land of Mediterranean zone, with high level of tannins. Tannins bind to protein, preventing its degradation in the digestive compartments. This tannin/protein complex may be advantageous when partially protecting good-qualit...

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Main Authors: M.T.P. Dentinho, O.C. Moreira, M.S. Pereira, R.J.B. Bessa
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Elsevier 2007-01-01
Series:Animal
Subjects:
Cistus ladanifer L
intestinal digestibility
rumen undegradable protein
soya-bean meal
tannins
Online Access:http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S1751731107689745

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