Anticoccidial properties of curcumin against Eimeria tenella in broiler chickens

Dear colleagues,

This week we are pleased to present a study demonstrating the anticoccidial properties of curcumin against Eimeria tenella.

This trial shows that the better the availability of curcumin, the better the results. Specifically, this research tested a micronised form of curcumin, which, although not the best solution for optimising availability, is better than normal curcumin.

The results show that the groups treated with curcumin revealed a significant increase in antioxidant enzymes such as glutathione (GSH), superoxide dismutase (SOD), and catalase compared to the untreated infected control group.

Given that curcumin has anti-inflammatory properties, TNFα and IL 10 decreased significantly in the curcumin-treated group compared to the untreated infected groups.

The conclusion of the study is that a readily available source of curcumin played a significant role in limiting the adverse effects of E. tenella infection in broiler chickens by reducing all indicators of infection.

At Nutribiogenics, we have developed NBG EnteroShield, a product in which we enhance the activity of curcumin with the innovative NBG Protect and NBG BioBoost technologies.

In addition to protecting and greatly enhancing the activity of curcumin, our innovative technology allows for slow release to prevent possible pro-oxidant reactions or to maintain blood levels.
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