Sijunzi San Helps Postpartum Dairy Cows
Author Information
Author(s): Wang Feifei, Mao Yongxia, Li Chenlei, Ma Yanfen, Guo Yansheng
Primary Institution: Ningxia University
Hypothesis
Sijunzi San might alleviate negative energy balance in postpartum dairy cows by modulating the structure of the rumen microbiota and enhancing its fermentation capacity.
Conclusion
Sijunzi San can improve rumen fermentation and reduce negative energy balance in postpartum dairy cows.
Supporting Evidence
- Sijunzi San significantly enhanced gas production and microbial protein levels in the rumen.
- The treatment reduced rumen pH and ammonia nitrogen content.
- Sijunzi San increased the concentrations of immunoglobulins in the blood.
- Significant alterations were observed in the blood metabolome after treatment.
- Rumen microbiota diversity was enhanced with Sijunzi San administration.
Takeaway
Sijunzi San is a herbal remedy that helps cows after giving birth by making their stomachs work better and helping them get more energy from food.
Methodology
The study used in vitro and in vivo methods, including liquid chromatography-mass spectrometry and 16S rRNA sequencing, to assess the effects of Sijunzi San on rumen fermentation and microbiota.
Participant Demographics
Postpartum Holstein dairy cows, weighing approximately 600 kg, with body condition scores ranging from 3.0 to 3.5.
Statistical Information
P-Value
p<0.05
Statistical Significance
p<0.05
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