Research progress on the application of licorice and its extracts in livestock and poultry production
Licorice is one of the commonly used traditional Chinese medicinal herbs in northern China,and its roots and rhizomes are the main medicinal parts.Licorice contains various active components,including triterpenoid saponins,flavonoids,polysaccharides,coumarins,volatile oils,and amino acids.These active components play important roles in regulating immune response,anti-inflammatory effects,antioxidant activity,and antiviral properties.As a green feed additive,licorice and its extracts can promote animal growth performance,modulate immune activity,and enhance antiviral and antioxidant capabilities.Therefore,the application of licorice and its extracts in livestock and poultry production holds great potential.This article provided an overview of the main biological activities of licorice and its extracts,as well as their application in animal production.It not only provided references for the rational use of licorice and its extracts in livestock and poultry farming,but also contributed to ensuring the safety of animal products and promoting the development of eco-friendly agriculture and animal husbandry.
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