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Poultry Nutrition and Feeding
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Protein
Essential for growth, repair, and maintenance of body tissues; immune function.
Calcium
Important for bone development and eggshell formation.
Phosphorus
Works with calcium to build bones and plays a role in energy metabolism.
Vitamin A
Required for vision, immune function, and overall health.
Vitamin D
Crucial for absorption of calcium and phosphorus; bone health.
Vitamin E
Acts as an antioxidant; critical for proper immune function.
Vitamin K
Necessary for blood clotting and bone metabolism.
Thiamine (Vitamin B1)
Important for carbohydrate metabolism and nervous system function.
Riboflavin (Vitamin B2)
Essential for energy metabolism and normal cell function.
Niacin
Vital for energy production and synthesis of fatty acids and cholesterol.
Pantothenic Acid
Important for metabolism of carbohydrates, proteins, and fats.
Pyridoxine (Vitamin B6)
Involved in amino acid metabolism and hemoglobin formation.
Biotin
Assists in the metabolism of fats, carbohydrates, and amino acids.
Folic Acid
Necessary for the formation of DNA and cell division.
Vitamin B12
Important for nerve function and synthesis of red blood cells.
Vitamin C
Not usually required by poultry under normal conditions, but can be beneficial during stress.
Methionine
An essential amino acid crucial for feather development and overall growth.
Lysine
An essential amino acid that plays a significant role in calcium absorption, muscle building, and hormone production.
Sodium
Essential for maintaining fluid balance and nerve function.
Chloride
Works with sodium to maintain osmotic pressure, acid-base balance, and electrical activity in muscles.
Potassium
Vital for heart function, muscle contraction, and maintaining fluid and electrolyte balance.
Magnesium
Important for bone structure and as a cofactor for over 300 enzyme systems.
Sulfur
Integral component of methionine, cysteine, and B-vitamins such as thiamine and biotin.
Zinc
Necessary for immune function, enzyme activity, and DNA synthesis.
Iron
Crucial for the formation of hemoglobin and certain enzymes involved in energy production.
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