The Efficacy of β-Carotene in Cow Reproduction: A Review

Author:

Mitsuishi Hiroki1ORCID,Yayota Masato23ORCID

Affiliation:

1. The United Graduate School of Agricultural Science, Gifu University, Gifu 501-1193, Japan

2. Faculty of Applied Biological Sciences, Gifu University, Gifu 501-1193, Japan

3. Education and Research Center for Food Animal Health, Gifu University (GeFAH), Gifu 501-1193, Japan

Abstract

β-carotene supplementation improves the reproductive performance of cattle. However, the research results on this topic have been inconsistent, and no clear conclusion has been reached. In previous reviews of this topic, the functional mechanism of β-carotene in reproduction remained unclear, but subsequent studies have shown that the antioxidant effects of β-carotene protect enzymes involved in ovarian sex steroid hormone production from the effects of oxygen radicals. This role consequently affects normal ovarian follicle dynamics, maintenance of luteal function, and the estrous cycle, and indirectly improves reproductive performance by preventing perinatal diseases and facilitating recovery from these diseases. Several factors must be considered in feeding management to determine whether β-carotene supplementation is effective for improving reproductive performance in cows. The same is true when the animal consumes a large amount of the antioxidant β-carotene due to lactation, aging, or season. Therefore, it is important to consider the balance between the supply and consumption of β-carotene and evaluate whether β-carotene supplementation has an effect on reproductive performance in cows.

Publisher

MDPI AG

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