Hydrogen-rich water supplementation improves metabolic profile during peripartum period in Gurcu goats and enhances the health and survival of kids

In this study, the effect of intaking hydrogen-rich water (HRW) on the metabolic profile of Gurcu goats during the peripartum period and the survival/growth performance of kids were evaluated. Twenty-three pregnant goats were divided into two groups 21–23 days before the due date. Group 1 (G1, n = 1...

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Published in:Research in veterinary science 2024-05, Vol.171, p.105208-105208, Article 105208
Main Authors: Kuru, Mushap, Makav, Mustafa, Boğa Kuru, Buket, Bektaşoğlu, Fikret, Demir, Murat Can, Bulut, Menekşe, Alwazeer, Duried
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Goat
Hydrogen-rich water
kid's survival and health
Lipid profile
Metabolic profile
Peripartum period
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Summary:In this study, the effect of intaking hydrogen-rich water (HRW) on the metabolic profile of Gurcu goats during the peripartum period and the survival/growth performance of kids were evaluated. Twenty-three pregnant goats were divided into two groups 21–23 days before the due date. Group 1 (G1, n = 10) was given HRW from day 21 before delivery until day 21 after delivery. Group 2 (G2, n = 13) served as the control. Blood samples were weekly taken from 21 days before delivery until 21 days after delivery. Hydrogen-rich water increased serum glucose concentration on the delivery day more than in G2 (P = 0.016). Hydrogen-rich water decreased serum total cholesterol (P = 0.02) and creatinine (P = 0.05) concentration at delivery. Group effect and time effect were significant in triglyceride (P  0.05), but it increased their survival rates and overall health, although there was no significance (P > 0.05). In conclusion, HRW may have an impact on the metabolic profiles during the peripartum period and have a positive effect on lipid profiles. Additionally, intaking HRW to goats during the peripartum period may improve the health and survival of kids and reduce their mortality. •Hydrogen-rich water (HRW) improves the metabolic profiles of peripartum Gurcu goats•HRW increases serum glucose and decreases total cholesterol and creatinine concentrations.•Aspartate transaminase decreases upon HRW delivery indicating potential liver protection.•HRW does not impact Gurcu kids growth but boosts survival and health.•HRW is a green and safe supplement for improving metabolic profiles and reducing kid mortality in peripartum Gurcu goats
ISSN:0034-5288
1532-2661
DOI:10.1016/j.rvsc.2024.105208