Biological Function of Medium-Chain Fatty Acids and Their Application in Aquatic Animals: A Review

Biological Function of Medium-Chain Fatty Acids and Their Application in Aquatic Animals: A Review

Medium-chain fatty acid triglycerides (MCTs) possess antibacterial, antiviral, nutritional, and other biological activities and have demonstrated significant application potential in humans and terrestrial animals. In recent years, with the development of the green aquaculture industry, MCTs have be...

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Main Authors:	Haiyan Liu, Wenzong Zhou, Chenggang Cai, Fengqin Feng, Haiying Cai, Hang Yang
Format:	Article
Language:	English
Published:	MDPI AG 2025-08-01
Series:	Animals
Subjects:	aquatic animals growth performance immunity intestinal flora medium-chain fatty acid triglycerides (MCTs)
Online Access:	https://www.mdpi.com/2076-2615/15/15/2294
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