@article{MAKHILLJAVA201110162898, title = {Probiotics as a Dietary Additive for Pigs: A Review}, journal = {Journal of Animal and Veterinary Advances}, volume = {10}, number = {16}, pages = {2127-2134}, year = {2011}, issn = {1680-5593}, doi = {javaa.2011.2127.2134}, url = {https://makhillpublications.co/view-article.php?issn=1680-5593&doi=javaa.2011.2127.2134}, author = {J.H.,I.H. and}, keywords = {microbial balance,Probiotics,pigs,immune system,livestock,feed additive}, abstract = {Probiotics (Direct-Fed Microbial: DFM) have been established for use as a feed additive; researchers have observed many beneficial effects of such by improving the intestinal microbial balance in livestock. The functions of probiotics within a Gastrointestinal Tract (GIT) are suggested to include the following: competing with pathogenic bacteria for nutrients in the gut; competing with pathogens for binding sites on the intestinal epithelium; producing compounds that are toxic to pathogens and Stimulating the immune system. The applications of probiotics provide a potential alternative strategy to antibiotic use in livestock. It is suggested that probiotics should be used as a feed additive in livestock.} }