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