Comparative study on the valorization of Sargassum from the Mexican Caribbean coast and Gulf of California as an ingredient on healthy diets for shrimp farming

Melchor-Martínez, Elda M.; Reyes, Ana G.; Morreeuw, Zoé P.; Flores-Contreras, Elda A.; Araújo, Rafael G.; Ramírez-Gamboa, Diana; Sosa-Hernández, Juan Eduardo; Iqbal, Hafiz M.N.; González-Meza, Georgia María; Bonaccorso, Alfredo Damiano; Peña-Rodríguez, Alberto; Parra-Saldívar, Roberto

doi:10.1016/j.aqrep.2023.101709

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“…Scientific investigations have focused on evaluating the impact of incorporating macroalgae or macroalgae extracts into aquafeed on growth performance, feed utilization, and health indicators. Macroalgae-derived feed supplements have positively impacted aquatic organisms' growth, survival rates, digestibility, and immune responses in aquatic species [87]. The bioactive compounds in macroalgae, such as polysaccharides, polyphenols, and antioxidants, contribute to these beneficial effects by improving nutrient absorption, gut health, and immune function [1,88].…”

Section: Aquatic Organismsmentioning

confidence: 99%

New Perspective for Macroalgae-Based Animal Feeding in the Context of Challenging Sustainable Food Production

González-Meza,

Elizondo-Luevano,

Cuellar-Bermudez

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Food production is facing challenging times due to the pandemic, and climate change. With production expected to double by 2050, there is a need for a new paradigm in sustainable animal feed supply. Seaweeds offer a highly valuable opportunity in this regard. Seaweeds are classified into three categories: brown (Phaeophyceae), red (Rhodophyceae), and green (Chlorophyceae). While they have traditionally been used in aquafeed, their demand in the feed market is growing, parallelly increasing according to the food demand. Additionally, seaweeds are being promoted for their nutritional benefits, which contribute to the health, growth, and performance of animals intended for human consumption. Moreover, seaweeds contain biologically active compounds such as polyunsaturated fatty acids, antioxidants (polyphenols), and pigments (chlorophylls and carotenoids), which possess beneficial properties, including antibacterial, antifungal, antiviral, antioxidant, and anti-inflammatory effects and act as prebiotics. This review offers a new perspective on the valorization of macroalgae biomass due to their nutritional profile and bioactive components, which have the potential to play a crucial role in animal growth and making possible new sources of healthy food ingredients.

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Section: Aquatic Organismsmentioning

confidence: 99%