Maximize the enrichment of long chain omega-3 fatty acids in the egg yolk by supplementation of autotrophic microalgae to the feed of laying hens. KU Leuven
The health benefits related to omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids (n-3 PUFA), and more specifically the long chain (LC) n-3 PUFA eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) and docosahexaenoic acid (DHA), are generally recognized. Since the conversion of the shorter chain n-3 PUFA α-linolenic acid (ALA) to the n-3 LC-PUFA EPA and DHA is rather limited, the direct intake of EPA and DHA is of great importance. However, the daily intake of these n-3 LC-PUFA is ...