Research progress of taurine application in low-fishmeal aquatic feed
Taurine(2-aminoethanesulfonic acid)is a sulfur-containing non-protein amino acid that is widely present in the body in a free state.Taurine is a nutritional additive that maintains the normal physiological functions of fish and plays an important role in the growth and development,metabolism,osmoregulation,digestive physiology,immune enhancement,and antioxidant properties of aquatic animals.The addition of taurine can improve the negative effects of low-fishmeal feed on the production performance,health,and quality of aquatic products.The article introduces the characteristics of taurine and its synthesis and metabolic pathways,reviews the recommended dosage of taurine in low-fishmeal feed,and summarizes the impact of taurine addition in low-fishmeal feed on the growth and health of aquatic animals,providing a reference for the rational use of taurine in low-fishmeal feed for aquatic animals.