ReviewAnimal nutrition (Zhongguo xu mu shou yi xue hui)2016
Nano zinc, an alternative to conventional zinc as animal feed supplement: A review.
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- Combined Effects of Nano-Zinc Oxide and Sesame Oil on Growth Performance, Antioxidant Defense, and Mineral Metabolism in Growing Rabbits.Veterinary sciences · 2026Article
- Effects of Nano Zinc Oxide Supplementation on Oxidative Stress and Selected Metabolic Parameters During the Transition Period in Lacaune Ewes.Veterinary medicine and science · 2026Article
- Effect of zinc oxide nanoparticle supplementation in Santa Inês ewes during the transition period.Tropical animal health and production · 2026Article
- Comparative effects of different zinc sources and inclusion levels on growth performance, antioxidant status, and meat quality in fattening lambs.Tropical animal health and production · 2026Article
- Microbial Synthesis of Nano Trace Minerals: A Comprehensive Review on Synthesis, Characterization, Biological Effects and Applications in Farm Animals.Biological trace element research · 2026Review
- Effectiveness of using different sources of zinc on the productive performance of laying hens.Scientific reports · 2026Article
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- Nano zinc supplementation in broiler nutrition: current evidence, mechanisms of action, and future perspectives.Frontiers in veterinary science · 2026Review
- Applications of Nanotechnology in Ruminant Animal Production: Advances, Challenges, and Future Prospects.Nanomaterials (Basel, Switzerland) · 2025Review
- Effects of ZnO nanoparticles on mortality and growth performance in broiler chickens.Scientific reports · 2025Article
- Enhanced myco-synthesis of selenium and zinc oxide nanoparticles and evaluating their anticancer activities and role against antibiotic resistance genes in certain bacterial strains.Microbial cell factories · 2025Article
- Zinc Oxide Nanoparticles as Next-Generation Feed Additives: Bridging Antimicrobial Efficacy, Growth Promotion, and Sustainable Strategies in Animal Nutrition.Nanomaterials (Basel, Switzerland) · 2025Review
- Application of Green Cobalt Nanoparticles in the Diet of Broiler Chickens to Improve Sustainable Production and Health.Veterinary medicine and science · 2025Article
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- Use of Metallic Nanoparticles Against Eimeria-the Coccidiosis-Causing Agents: A Comprehensive Review.Biological trace element research · 2025Review
- Dietary Rutin Ameliorates Nanoparticle Zinc Oxide-Induced Toxicity in Mice by Potentiating Antioxidant Defense Mechanisms.Nutrients · 2025Article
- Impact of Zinc Hydroxychloride and Oxide Nanoparticles on Broiler Chicken Growth, Gut Microbiota, Immunity and Serum Biochemistry.Veterinary medicine and science · 2025Article
- Effect of zinc oxide nanoparticle supplementation on parasite infection and rumen environment of grazing lambs.Frontiers in veterinary science · 2025Article
- The effects of short-term intake of dietary zinc nanoparticles on plasma mineral and antioxidant status, nutrient digestibility, and intestinal microbiota in lambs.Frontiers in veterinary science · 2025Article
- Functional assessment of kidneys and liver functions in lambs treated with zinc oxide nanoparticles.Open veterinary journal · 2025Article
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Abstract
The uniqueness of Zn is that, it is the second most abundant trace element in the animal body but can't be stored in the body, thus regular dietary intake is required. Zinc oxide (ZnO) nanoparticles (NP) particles are being extensively used in paints, skin lotions pigments, food, electronics appliances, biological and pharmaceutical applications and many more. Zinc oxide nanoparticles are the specially prepared mineral salt having particle size of 1 to 100 nm. It promotes growth can act as antibacterial agent, modulates the immunity and reproduction of the animals. Both in lower and higher doses of specifications it has exhibited a variety of effects on animal performances. Apart from being highly bio-available, reports have already pointed out the growth promoting, antibacterial, immuno-modulatory and many more effects of nano zinc (nZn). These can be used at lower doses and can provide better result than the conventional Zn sources and indirectly prevents environmental contamination also. The toxicological studies provide mixed results in animal models. Studies been undertaken in diversified animal species and encouraging effects have been reported with nZn supplementation. However, there is a need to optimize the dose and duration of ZnO NP supplementation for human and livestock, depending on its biological effects. Actual bioavailability of ZnO NP in livestock is still to be worked out. In this review we have attempted to summarize, conclude the beneficial effects of nZnO and its possible usage as mineral supplement to different categories of human and livestock.
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