Digestibility and Palatability of Chicken Protein Hydrolysate

Date: 10/10/2024

Animal nutrition is an ever-evolving field, always seeking to offer more efficient and healthy solutions for different species. One of the main challenges faced by feed and supplement manufacturers is ensuring that the ingredients used are easily digestible and, at the same time, appealing to animals. In this context, Chicken Protein Hydrolysate has stood out as an ingredient with high palatability and digestibility, as well as functional properties in animal diets. In this article, we will explore what makes Chicken Protein Hydrolysate so effective in animal nutrition and how BRF Ingredients, through BioActio, positions itself as a leader in the development of high-quality products in digestibility and palatability.

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What is Chicken Protein Hydrolysate and how does it work?

Chicken Protein Hydrolysate is an ingredient obtained through the enzymatic hydrolysis process of animal by-products from chicken slaughtering, which include chicken viscera, offal, and chicken meat. The enzymatic hydrolysis process involves the use of specific exogenous enzymes to break down proteins into low molecular weight peptides and free amino acids, making the ingredient easier to digest and absorb in the animals’ digestive systems. This biotechnological process preserves and enhances the essential nutrients present in the raw material, while also ensuring a high absorption rate, which is a key feature for animal nutrition.

Unlike chemical or thermal processes, enzymatic hydrolysis occurs under controlled temperature and pH conditions, preserving the nutritional integrity of the ingredients. In the case of Chicken Protein Hydrolysate, this technique has proven to be highly effective, transforming animal by-products into functional and high-protein ingredients for the formulation of feed for various animal species, such as dogs and cats.

Digestibility and its benefits in Animal Nutrition

The digestibility of ingredients is one of the most critical factors in animal nutrition, as it determines how efficiently nutrients are absorbed and utilized by animals.

Chicken Protein Hydrolysate has a protein digestibility rate above 90%, which means that more than 90% of the proteins in Chicken Protein Hydrolysate are utilized by the pets' bodies. This is especially important in high-performance diets, designed for animals with specific nutritional needs, such as puppies, seniors, or animals with food sensitivities.

Among the benefits are:

Better nutrient absorption

The high digestibility of protein hydrolysates allows animals to absorb nutrients from food more efficiently. This means that a greater proportion of proteins, amino acids, and minerals are utilized by the body, resulting in better growth, development, and maintenance of health.

Waste reduction and improved feed conversion

With high digestibility, animals need a smaller amount of food to achieve nutritional results. This improves feed conversion, meaning the relationship between food consumed and weight gain, reducing waste and optimizing the use of resources, particularly for livestock.

Hypoallergenic ingredient

As a highly hydrolyzed ingredient, Chicken Protein Hydrolysate features low molecular weight peptides, which provide hypoallergenic properties. This makes it ideal for formulations that aim to minimize allergic reactions in dogs and cats.

Palatability as an essential factor in food acceptance

In addition to being highly digestible, Chicken Protein Hydrolysate is also highly palatable. The enzymatic hydrolysis process allows for the release of free amino acids, which give the food a more attractive flavor. This enhances the palatability and acceptance of pet food, even in diets designed for animals with dietary restrictions.

With the goal of developing solutions that combine high digestibility with excellent palatability, BRF Ingredients offers a diverse portfolio of hydrolyzed proteins that stand out in meeting these demands. BioActio Health&Performance, for example, is a high-quality chicken protein hydrolysate that has proven effective not only in pet nutrition but also for other animal species. Its unique formulation provides a balance between nutritional efficiency and acceptance, making it one of the most comprehensive products on the market.

The role of the bioactio line in Animal Nutrition

The enzymatic protein hydrolysate line from the BioActio brand, developed by BRF Ingredients, stands out as an excellent solution for the pet food market. BioActio Health&Performance uses enzymatic hydrolysis technology to transform chicken viscera, chicken offal, and chicken meat into a high-quality ingredient that combines superior digestibility with excellent palatability.

These attributes make BioActio a highly valuable ingredient in the formulation of feed for various species, such as swine, pets, and aquaculture animals, ensuring a balanced, functional, tasty diet that meets their nutritional needs.

Chicken Protein Hydrolysate represents an innovation in animal nutrition as it offers a protein source with greater digestibility and high palatability, while also providing functional properties that improve the health and well-being of pets.

BioActio Health&Performance contributes to sustainability in feed production by efficiently reusing by-products, reinforcing the concept of a circular economy. Through the BioActio line, BRF Ingredients is part of this transformation, offering high-quality nutrition to animals while also strengthening its commitment to investing in and supporting research for the development of new solutions in animal nutrition.

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