Mechanism of action and the uses betaine in pig production
Rong Fu, Qin Wang, Caihua Kong, Kena Liu, Huaxin Si, Shiyan Sui
Abstract
Betaine, the trimethyl derivative of glycine, is a good methyl group donor, and an important component in pig production. However, betaine has not been extensively studied in this field. Therefore, in this study, we reviewed the effects of betaine in pig production performance, meat quality and reproductive performance, as well as its mechanisms, to provide a theoretical basis for the optimal use and development of this compound.
Topics & Concepts
BetaineGlycineChemistryProduction (economics)Mechanism (biology)Food scienceBiochemistryBiologyPhysicsAmino acidQuantum mechanicsMacroeconomicsEconomicsAnimal Nutrition and PhysiologyPharmacological Effects and AssaysMeat and Animal Product Quality