Immunological and bactericidal effects of turmeric extract in shrimp

Dear colleagues,

This week I have chosen an article that discusses an alternative to antibiotics in shrimp feed.

We are accustomed to seeing the effects of turmeric extracts in vertebrates, but this article evaluates the effect of turmeric extracts in shrimp feed against Vibrio Harveyi.

Specifically, in this trial, the resistance of shrimp to V. harveyi has been significantly increased, with a significant reduction in Vibrio spp. and other bacteria in the intestines.

High phenoloxidase activity is probably one of the reasons for resistance to Vibrio, but it seems that there are saturation doses of turmeric extract that are worth knowing about.

In summary, we could conclude that turmeric extract could be a good ally against shrimp diseases caused by Vibrio spp., although it is necessary to evaluate the best dosage depending on the product we are going to supply.

As I mentioned in previous posts, an encapsulated product is not the same as a non-encapsulated product, nor is a product rich in turmerones the same as one rich in curcuminoids.

Enjoy the article.