Various Prebiotics and Probiotics, Their Usage and Importance in Maintaining Normal Microflora in Animal

Muhammad Talha Ahmad; Danyal khan; Sidra khan; Sohail Ahmed; Muhammad Waqas Amin; Muhammad Zahid Gulshan; Shahzada Khurram Adrian Shah; Ambreen Shafaqat; Munazza Zia; Maaz Noor

doi:10.70749/ijbr.v3i1.483

Authors

Muhammad Talha Ahmad Department Human Nutrition and Dietetics, University of Agriculture, Peshawar, KP, Pakistan.
Danyal khan Department of Livestock Management, The University of Agriculture, Peshawar, KP, Pakistan.
Sidra khan Institute of Molecular Biology and Biotechnology, The University of Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan.
Sohail Ahmed Department of Chemistry, Faculty of Sciences, Superior University, Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan.
Muhammad Waqas Amin Department of Physiology and Biochemistry, Cholistan University of Veterinary and Animal Sciences, Bahawalpur, Punjab, Pakistan.
Muhammad Zahid Gulshan Department of Animal Nutrition, University of Veterinary and Animal Sciences, Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan.
Shahzada Khurram Adrian Shah Department of Animal Health, The University of Agriculture, Peshawar, KP, Pakistan.
Ambreen Shafaqat Department of Food Science and Technology, Cholistan University of Veterinary and Animal Sciences, Bahawalpur, Punjab, Pakistan.
Munazza Zia Department of Applied Microbiology, University of Veterinary and Animal Sciences, Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan.
Maaz Noor Department of Animal Husbandry and Veterinary Sciences, Sindh Agriculture University, Tandojam, Hyderabad, Sindh, Pakistan.

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.70749/ijbr.v3i1.483

Keywords:

Prebiotics, Probiotics, Synbiotics, Animal Microflora, Gut Health, Sustainable Livestock Production, Antibiotic Alternatives

Abstract

Maintaining balanced microflora in animals is essential for health, immunity, and productivity, particularly considering the increasing global demand for antibiotic-free animal products. This review examines the contributions of prebiotics and probiotics, separately and in combination as synbiotics, to gastrointestinal health and the enhancement of animal performance. This review consolidates contemporary data regarding these therapies' mechanisms, uses, and advantages, highlighting their capacity to foster microbial stability, improve nutrient absorption, and augment immunological responses across diverse animal species, including poultry, swine, ruminants, and aquaculture. Key themes, including the effectiveness of prebiotic and probiotic strains, and discrepancies in the literature concerning doses, combinations, and species-specific treatments are examined. The review additionally analyzes the synergistic effects of synbiotics, which enhance the advantages of these chemicals. This review examines the current research landscape, identifies significant knowledge gaps, and provides insights into the difficulties and potential for enhancing microbial-based techniques in animal production systems. The results underscore the promise of prebiotics and probiotics as sustainable substitutes for antibiotics, enhancing animal welfare and production while mitigating the environmental effects of livestock systems. The review culminates with essential recommendations for future research, highlighting the necessity for longitudinal investigations, established methodology, and the investigation of innovative microbiological possibilities. It enhances the comprehension and implementation of microbial-based therapies, providing a basis for superior health management and sustainable practices in animal agriculture.

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