Polyherbal mixture supplementation in low-protein diets improves antioxidant status, intestinal gene expression, and footpad health while reducing litter ammonia in broilers
Background: Low-protein diets are increasingly applied in broiler production to reduce nitrogen excretion and environmental impact; however, they may impair growth performance, antioxidant status, and intestinal health. Phytogenic feed additives, particularly polyherbal mixtures, have been proposed as natural strategi...