The prohibition on marketing antibiotics without a prescription, the control of the use of antibiotics in animal production and the massive appearance of bacterial resistance has led to the development of new techniques and measures to control Disease Prevention in Birds.
The use of sanitizers, acidifiers and concentrated plant extracts are, due to their antimicrobial, antioxidant and immunomodulatory actions, new tools for preventing diseases in sports aviaries. Essential oils, thanks to their active ingredients, are responsible for multiple beneficial effects that do not create bacterial resistance and can generally be used with complete safety in the feeding of our birds.
Essential oils are volatile oils that are obtained after steam distillation of different plants, maintaining the smell, flavor and active ingredients.
Anti-infective action of essential oils in ornithology
The main mechanism of action of essential oils is produced by the alteration and modification of cell membranes. Among the most studied essential oils are oregano, eucalyptus, rosemary or sage. The use of these feed additives helps reduce the levels of infectious agents and sometimes even eliminates them completely, in turn helps Disease Prevention in Birds.
Effects of essential oils on the digestive tract of birds.
Essential oils contain chemical compounds that stabilize the digestive microflora, improve the absorption and digestibility of nutrients. They stimulate the activity of digestive enzymes and promote the production of intestinal mucus.
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