Magnesium’s Functions and Metabolism in Poultry Nutrition
Abstract
Magnesium has important roles in cellular metabolism and bone development as a cofactor, and
involved in more than 300 reactions in the body. So, it is an essential cation for many animal species ratio. Recent
studies carried out last years showed enhanced hepatic catalase activity after magnesium supplementation to diet.
This enhancement decreases lipid and muscle tissue peroxidation and subsequently may improve meat quality.
However, high levels of magnesium in poultry diets negatively affects bone calcifcation and increases excrete
moisture. Balanced level of calcium, magnesium and phosphorus in the diet is essential for normal growth and
performance. In this review, the functions of magnesium in poultry nutrition, magnesium requirements, digestion
and availability of magnesium in poultry, and effects of magnesium on performance were discussed
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Primary Language
English
Subjects
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Journal Section
Review
Authors
Publication Date
June 30, 2016
Submission Date
February 12, 2016
Acceptance Date
March 22, 2016
Published in Issue
Year 2016 Volume: 6 Number: 2