Vitamin C (ascorbic acid) supplementation has been investigated for its potential to enhance growth performance in broiler chickens and swine under intensive farming conditions. In broilers, dietary Vitamin C supplementation has been shown to improve weight gain, feed efficiency, and immune responses, especially under stress conditions such as heat stress (Hassan et al., 2014). It has been reported that Vitamin C reduces oxidative stress markers and enhances antioxidant enzyme activities, thereby promoting better growth outcomes (Seifi et al., 2014). Similarly, in pigs, Vitamin C supplementation can improve growth rates and feed conversion ratios, particularly during stressful periods like transport or environmental challenges (Sundram et al., 2014). Several studies indicate that Vitamin C modulates immune function, which indirectly supports growth performance by reducing disease susceptibility (Kang et al., 2017).
The efficacy of Vitamin C appears to be dose-dependent, with optimal levels varying based on species, age, and stress conditions (Rao & Shivakumar, 2009). While some research suggests modest benefits, others report negligible effects in unstressed animals, indicating that Vitamin C’s impact is more pronounced under stress (Luo et al., 2019). The antioxidant properties of Vitamin C help mitigate oxidative damage associated with intensive rearing systems, thereby supporting tissue growth and maintenance (Yoshida et al., 2018). Moreover, Vitamin C may influence metabolic processes related to muscle development and feed utilization efficiency (Huang et al., 2012).
Overall, supplementation of Vitamin C in broiler and pig diets can positively impact growth performance, especially when animals are exposed to environmental or physiological stressors. (Miller et al., 2020).
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