The Role of Rocket (Eruca sativa) as Dietary Supplementation to Enhance Fish Nutrition and Health: A Review

Abstract

The objective of this review is to compile and assess the findings of several studies on the use of Rocket (Eruca sativa) as feed additives or alternatives to fish nutrition. Antioxidant glucosinolates, flavonoids, and vitamins A and C are present in this plant, which has been shown to improve growth metrics and blood characteristics, according to the findings of the scientists. Effective oxidation against stress, the generation of free radicals, and pathogenic microorganisms, which enhances the health of fish and thus promotes growth and food utilization. In addition to its medical value as an alternative to antibiotics with negative side effects.

Wheat germ meal replaces cottonseed meal at different levels in diets of Ossimi lambs: Impact on growth performance, feed utilization and economic efficiency

“…Generally, wheat grains are rich in vitamins including B 1 , B 2 , C and A, as well as pro‐vitamin, folic acid, glucosinolates (the precursors of isothiocyanates and sulfaraphene), and minerals, including I, Fe, Ca and S (Al‐Taey et al, 2023; Pagnotta et al, 2022). Such nutrients may be responsible for the improved growth performance.…”