Maternal VD<sub>3</sub>supplementation during gestation improves intestinal health and microbial composition of weaning piglets
Lianpeng Zhao, Wei Lu, Zhengyu Mao, Daolin Mou, Long Shuang Huang, Min Yang, Dajiang Ding, Hui Yan, Zhengfeng Fang, Lianqiang Che, Yong Zhuo, Xuemei Jiang, Shengyu Xu, Yan Lin, Jian Li, Chao Huang, Yuanfeng Zou, Lixia Li, De Wu, Bin Feng
Abstract
Maternal VD 3 supplementation during gestation stimulated the expression of intestinal VDR , IGF-1 and IGF-1R , increased gut beneficial microbes and SCFAs, and enhanced the development and immunity function of the intestine in their suckling piglets.
Topics & Concepts
JejunumLactationWeaningDuodenumIleumGestationAnimal scienceBiologyInternal medicineEndocrinologyMedicinePregnancyGeneticsAgriculture Sustainability and Environmental ImpactAnimal Nutrition and PhysiologyAnimal Behavior and Welfare Studies