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Effect of natural zeolite on yolk: Albumen ratio in hen eggs |
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| Authors: | A.L. YANNAKOPOULOS A.S. TSERVENI-GOUSI E. CHRISTAKI |
| Abstract: | 1. The egg yolk: albumen (Y:A) ratio during the laying year was investigated in a commercial strain (Hisex) when natural zeolite was added to a layer's diet. 2. Dietary natural zeolite (NZ) increased both egg weight and albumen weight, while yolk weight was not significantly affected. 3. The Y:A ratio was less (more albumen) in eggs laid by hens on zeolite treatments. It was concluded that by feeding NZ it is possible to alter the Y:A ratio. |
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