Functional Ingredients for Animal Feed 

Functional ingredients for animal feed are those that go beyond providing basic nutrients, offering specific benefits for the health and well-being of animals. 

Nutritional optimization: Functional ingredients are designed to optimize nutrition, ensuring a balanced and complete diet. 

Promotion of digestive health: Many of these ingredients contain prebiotics and probiotics that support the health of the digestive tract. 

Immune system support: Some functional ingredients contain antioxidants and vitamins that strengthen the animals’ immune systems. 

Improved skin and coat: Components like omega-3 fatty acids contribute to healthy skin and a shiny coat. 

Weight control: Some ingredients help manage weight, providing effective management of health and physical condition. 

Joint support: With the inclusion of glucosamine and chondroitin, joint health is promoted, crucial for growing or older animals. 

Cognitive stimulation: Some ingredients contain nutrients that benefit brain health, contributing to cognitive stimulation. 

Pet food: Incorporated into dog and cat food to offer comprehensive nutrition that addresses their specific needs. 

Livestock feed: In the livestock industry, these ingredients are mixed into feeds to improve the health and productivity of livestock. 

Poultry feed: In poultry production, functional ingredients are used to optimize the health and performance of birds. 

Aquaculture: In aquaculture, they are added to fish feed to ensure healthy growth and disease resistance. 

Exotic and zoo animals: Even in exotic and zoo animals, functional ingredients are used to ensure a diet that mimics their natural conditions. 

Longevity and vitality: The inclusion of functional ingredients contributes to longer and healthier lives for animals. 

Disease prevention: They provide an additional layer of defense against common diseases, improving the quality of life for animals. 

Improved fertility: In breeding, certain functional ingredients can improve reproductive health and fertility. 

Stress reduction: By promoting mental and physical health, these ingredients help reduce stress in captive environments. 

Efficiency in production: In commercial breeding environments, they improve production efficiency by ensuring healthy and rapid growth.