Mannan-oligosaccharides, known as MOS, are indigestible carbohydrates that play a fundamental role in the digestive health and performance of production animals. In this Biorigin article, we will explore the importance of MOS in the diet of these animals and how they can benefit their overall health.
What are MOS?
MOS are complex carbohydrates derived from the cell wall of yeasts, such as Saccharomyces cerevisiae. They consist of a chain of sugars that cannot be digested by animals’ digestive enzymes and reach the large intestine intact.
Benefits of MOS for Production Animals
- Promotion of beneficial bacteria growth: MOS are fermented by beneficial bacteria in the intestine, such as bifidobacteria and lactobacilli. This results in an increase in the population of these bacteria, which are important for digestion and nutrient absorption and compete with pathogenic bacteria, contributing to the balance of the intestinal flora.
- Improvement of digestive health: With a balanced intestinal flora, animals digest food better. This means they can better utilize the nutrients in the food, which can result in benefits for development and growth. Additionally, MOS helps maintain the intestinal health of animals in good working order.
- Increased feed efficiency: Animals that receive MOS may show greater feed efficiency. This means they can convert consumed food into body weight more efficiently. As a result, animals may experience faster and healthier growth, which is important for animal production.
ActiveMOS: A Source of MOS for Animal Intestinal Health
ActiveMOS is a product obtained from the yeast cell wall through a production process that stands out for the high availability of cell wall compounds and greater cell functionality. This characteristic makes ActiveMOS a good option for the composition of sanitary programs, mainly due to its richness in mannan-oligosaccharides (MOS).
Benefits of ActiveMOS for Production Animals
- Fostering the growth of beneficial bacteria: ActiveMOS contributes to the increase in the population of beneficial bacteria in the animals’ intestines, which can improve digestion and nutrient absorption.
- Balancing the intestinal microbiota: The presence of MOS in ActiveMOS helps in the agglutination of pathogens, reducing their proliferation and promoting a healthier and more balanced intestinal environment.
- Preserving the integrity of intestinal barriers: ActiveMOS can help strengthen intestinal barriers, reducing permeability and, consequently, reducing the entry of toxins and pathogens into the body.
- Improving performance and increasing animal productivity: By promoting a healthier and more balanced intestinal environment, ActiveMOS contributes to improvements in animal performance, reflecting greater productivity.
How to Use ActiveMOS in Animal Feed
ActiveMOS can be easily incorporated into the diet of production animals through balanced foods or specific supplements. Consult an animal nutrition specialist to determine the best method and appropriate amount of ActiveMOS to use in your animals’ diet.
Key Takeaways
Before we conclude, check out the main insights obtained in the article:
- MOS (Mannan-oligosaccharides) are indigestible carbohydrates derived from the cell wall of yeasts, such as Saccharomyces cerevisiae.
- MOS are prebiotics that promote the growth of beneficial bacteria in the intestine and balance the intestinal flora.
- Benefits of MOS for production animals include improved digestive health and increased feed efficiency.
- ActiveMOS is a product obtained from the yeast cell wall, which has a high availability of cell wall compounds and greater cell functionality.
- ActiveMOS fosters the growth of beneficial bacteria, balances the intestinal microbiota, preserves the integrity of intestinal barriers, and improves animal performance and productivity.
- ActiveMOS can be incorporated into the diet of production animals through balanced foods or specific supplements.
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