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Omega-6: its pharmacology, effect on the broiler production, and health


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Nur Mahendra, Mohamad Yusril and Kamaludeen, Juriah and Pertiwi, Herinda (2023) Omega-6: its pharmacology, effect on the broiler production, and health. Veterinary Medicine International, 2023. art. no. 3220344. pp. 1-10. ISSN 2090-8113; eISSN: 2042-0048

Abstract

Lipids and oils are the primary sources of monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fatty acids (MUFA and PUFA), which are necessary for human and animal health. Omega-3 and omega-6 are essential nutrients for broilers. Omega-6 members, such as linolenic acid, are essential for broilers and must be obtained through feed. Vegetable oils are the primary source of omega-6 added to broiler feeds. Unsaturated fatty acids are better digested and absorbed than saturated fatty acids and generate more energy at a lower cost, boosting productivity. Feeding supplements with omega-6 can increase the fatty acid content in meat and increase weight, carcass, viscera, and FCR. The quality of meat taste and antioxidant content was also improved after giving omega-6 and influencing mineral metabolism. Broiler reproductive performance is also enhanced by reducing late embryonic mortality, hence enhancing fertility, hatchability, sperm quality, and sperm quantity. Meanwhile, for broiler health, omega-6 can lower cholesterol levels, triglycerides, very low-density lipoprotein, and low-density lipoprotein. It also supports support for T-helper cell (TH)-2-like IgG titers, increasing prostaglandins, eicosanoids, and antioxidants. In addition, it also supports anti-inflammation. Other researchers have extensively researched and reviewed studies on the effects of omega-6 on poultry. Meanwhile, in this review, we provide new findings to complement previous studies. However, further studies regarding the effects of omega-6 on other poultry are needed to determine the performance of omega-6 more broadly.


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Item Type: Article
Divisions: Faculty of Fisheries and Marine Science
Institute of Tropical Agriculture and Food Security
DOI Number: https://doi.org/10.1155/2023/3220344
Publisher: Hindawi Limited
Keywords: Omega-6; Pharmacology; Broiler production; Broiler health; Monounsaturated fatty acids (mufa)
Depositing User: Ms. Nuraida Ibrahim
Date Deposited: 18 Sep 2025 08:27
Last Modified: 18 Sep 2025 08:27
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