SPECIAL STORY 62 FEED & ADDITIVE MAGAZINE December 2023 benefits among today’s pet owners include calming, digestion, mobility, skin and coat care, longevity and general well-being. Calming products are designed to support balanced behavior. Active ingredients might include B vitamins, magnesium, L-tryptophan – an essential amino acid and a precursor of serotonin2, botanical extracts and biotics. Postbiotics, defined as “a preparation of inanimate microorganisms and/or their components that confers a health benefit on the host”3, are gaining favor as an ingredient with greater flexibility because formulators don’t have to make adaptations for live colony forming units. ADM’s portfolio of ingredients includes a postbiotic blend of Bifidobacterium longum and Lactobacillus rhamnosus strains. Pre-, pro- and postbiotics are also key components of products that support digestion and gut health. In a research trial conducted with Texas A&M University, ADM’s DE-CA9™ (Bacillus subtilis) probiotic showed a positive effect on adult dogs’ gut health over 45 days, with a significant reduction in metabolites associated with tryptophan metabolism in the DE-CA9™ treated group4. Beyond ingredients, ADM Protexin has developed a highly advanced and palatable probiotic and prebiotic pellet called Pro-Fibre Advanced. This pellet is a rich source of both soluble and insoluble fiber, containing Fibersol®. It also contains Calsporin® Bacillus subtilis* probiotic that supports gut flora to maintain normal stool formation. Pro-Fibre Advanced also includes Preplex® prebiotics that feed and stimulate the growth of beneficial bacteria in different stages of the digestive tract. The product’s additional ingredients help to maintain a healthy gut wall and support gastrointestinal health. Mobility support may be provided by chondroitin, Methylsulfonylmethane (MSM), glucosamine and hyaluronic acid. Research indicates these active ingredients support cartilage and joint health5-9. Skin and coat health is essential to protecting pets from environmental elements, such as dirt and allergens, and moisture loss. Hyaluronic acid helps retain moisture, which is an important component of healthy skin. Additionally, fish collagen10 and omega-3 fatty acids can support healthy skin. For aging pets, a longevity blend can provide multifunctional support in a single product. This might include CitriStim® yeast, prebiotic Fibersol®, probiotics and postbiotics to support normal digestion and gut barrier function. MSM and glucosamine offer joint support. Daily wellness products with multiple health benefits are not only for aging pets; they can also appeal
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