About this Research Topic
The intricate interplay between the gastrointestinal microbiota and the host organism has profound implications for both animal health and performance. In recent years, there has been a growing interest in exploring the potential of natural plant extracts and probiotics to modulate this symbiotic relationship. The gut microbiome plays a pivotal role in nutrient absorption, immune system development, and overall health of animals, making it a critical factor in animal husbandry and veterinary medicine.
The utilization of natural plant extracts and probiotics offers a promising avenue for enhancing animal growth performance and bolstering disease resistance. These bioactive compounds have been shown to influence the composition and function of the gut microbiota, thereby affecting nutrient utilization, immune responses, and the overall well-being of the host organism. Research in this field has witnessed significant advancements, but there is still much to be explored and understood.
The goal of this Research Topic is to shed light on the recent advances in the field of utilizing natural plant extracts and probiotics to modulate host-gut microbiome interactions in animals. We seek to address the challenges, opportunities, and the potential application of these interventions to enhance animal growth and health. By gathering cutting-edge research and insights, we aim to provide a comprehensive overview of the current state of knowledge and stimulate further inquiry.
We welcome submissions of Original Research articles, Reviews, and Mini-Reviews, including but not limited to the following subtopics:
1) Mechanisms underlying the modulation of the gut microbiota by plant extracts and probiotics.
2) The influence of these interventions on nutrient utilization and animal growth.
3) Immunomodulatory effects and enhanced disease resistance.
4) Translational Applications: Contributions discussing practical strategies for integrating plant extracts and probiotics into animal nutrition, including recommendations for formulation and dosing.
The utilization of natural plant extracts and probiotics offers a promising avenue for enhancing animal growth performance and bolstering disease resistance. These bioactive compounds have been shown to influence the composition and function of the gut microbiota, thereby affecting nutrient utilization, immune responses, and the overall well-being of the host organism. Research in this field has witnessed significant advancements, but there is still much to be explored and understood.
The goal of this Research Topic is to shed light on the recent advances in the field of utilizing natural plant extracts and probiotics to modulate host-gut microbiome interactions in animals. We seek to address the challenges, opportunities, and the potential application of these interventions to enhance animal growth and health. By gathering cutting-edge research and insights, we aim to provide a comprehensive overview of the current state of knowledge and stimulate further inquiry.
We welcome submissions of Original Research articles, Reviews, and Mini-Reviews, including but not limited to the following subtopics:
1) Mechanisms underlying the modulation of the gut microbiota by plant extracts and probiotics.
2) The influence of these interventions on nutrient utilization and animal growth.
3) Immunomodulatory effects and enhanced disease resistance.
4) Translational Applications: Contributions discussing practical strategies for integrating plant extracts and probiotics into animal nutrition, including recommendations for formulation and dosing.
Keywords: Plant Extracts, Probiotics, Gastrointestinal Microbiota, Animal Growth, Disease Resistance
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