Tannins: potential alternative to antibiotics in preventing E. coli diarrhea

An Helvetic review published in Animal highlights possible mechanisms by which tannins may disrupt different stages of the pathogenesis of PWD(post-weaning diarrhea) related toenterotoxigenic E. coli ( ETEC) infection, posing as a potential alternative to the use of antibiotics. The rise in antimicrobial resistance, in fact, is reinforcing an already urgent need for alternative, sustainable solutions to keep livestock gut health in balance. In this area, therefore, tannin-rich extracts containing bioactive compounds assume great interest and relevance. In vitro inhibition of bacterial growth, adhesion and metabolism Tannins can inhibit...