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1,25(OH)2D3-glycosides from Solanum glaucophyllum alter gene expression in broilers at 21 and 42 days of age

Supplementation of G-1,25(OH)2D3 alters physiological pathways connected to mineral metabolism and immunity in broilers

by Kathrin Bühler, Laura Payling, Mislav Acman, Luis Romero, Jan Dirk van der Klis
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Abstract Ruminant

The importance of colostrum during the first days of the piglet’s life

Colostrum, the ‘first milk’ produced by mammals in the first 24 to maximal 48 hours after giving birth, differs from the milk produced later during the lactation phase (mature milk). In general, colostrum has a higher protein and a lower lactose and fat content than mature milk.

International Pig Topics
Volume 38 Number 3

by Kathrin Buehler and Katia Pedrosa, Herbonis Animal Health GmbH
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Abstract Poultry Ruminant Swine Aqua

Consequences of genetic selection on metabolic regulation of skeletal health in broiler chickens

Improvements in broiler growth performance resulting from commercial selection are associated with poor skeletal health. Vitamin D3 plays an important role in Ca and P homeostasis and is essential for bone strength. Several studies have demonstrated that feeding biologically active metabolites of D3 [25(OH)D3 and 1,25(OH)2D3] can improve bone health.

Ellestad, Payne, Marhsal, Boothby
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Abstract Swine

Efficacy of orally administered Solbone®, an herbal source of metabolic active vitamin D, in piglets

The multiple biological effects of vitamin D are still the object of intensive research. It is critical not only for the homeostasis of calcium, phosphorus and magnesium but also for skeletal structure, immune response and performance. Pigs are able to synthesise sufficient vitamin D on their own when having outdoor access.

Dobenecker, Rambeck, Weiss, Senf, Renken, Kessler, Hinrichs, Bachmann, Bühler
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Abstract Poultry

Difference in time to action between a 1α,25 (OH)2D3-glycoside containing extract of Solanum glaucophyllum and Vitamin D in Japanese quails

The plant Solanum glaucophyllum (SG) is known to contain 1α,25-Dihydroxycholecalciferol in a glycosidic form (1α,25(OH)2D3-Gly). Products derived from this plant can therefore be used to support the functions of Vitamin D (VD) in men and animal.

Bühler, Bachmann, Rambeck
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Abstract Swine

Herbal vitamin D metabolite facilitates parturition in sows
Introduction Modern pig farming is associated with high piglet mortality. The duration of farrowing is critical and has an impact on survival and subsequent thriving of the piglets. Since tedious labour caused by weak muscle tonus is linked to blood calcium level, it was thought that increasing Ca in the sows´ diet might improve the reproductive performance.
Bühler, Bachmann, Mayer, von Rosenberg, Rambeck
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