Essays about: "faecal microflora"

Found 2 essays containing the words faecal microflora.

1. 1. Analysis of short chain fatty acids in faecal samples : development and validation of a new method

   University essay from SLU/Dept. of Food Science

   Author : Nils Ewald; [2016]
   Keywords : short chain fatty acids; SCFA; faeces; dietary fibre; quantification; gas chromatography; flame ionization detector; GC-FID;

   Abstract : Short chain fatty acids (SCFA) are produced by the gut microflora following the intake of complex carbohydrates and have been suggested as a contributor for some of the health benefits associated with dietary fibre (DF) intake. For further research of the mechanisms and effects of SCFA, reliable and accurate methods for analysis of SCFA in different biological samples are needed. READ MORE

3. 2. Effects of peat and wood shavings as bedding on the faecal microflora of horses

   University essay from SLU/Dept. of Animal Nutrition and Management

   Author : Louise Hübinette; [2010]
   Keywords : horses; faecal microflora; faecal pH; bedding material;

   Abstract : The main purpose of this study was to determine the impact of bedding material on the faecal microflora of horses. Another objective was to investigate the hygienic and physical qualities of the bedding materials used and how these may change in the course of the trial period. The bedding materials used were sphagnum peat and wood shavings. READ MORE