Poultry Nutrition Blackbelt - #4 - The power of the gut microbiome of birds

Animals strongly rely on their microbiome, which mainly consists of bacteria, for digestion. Therefore, it plays a significant role in the regulation of their physiology and in the behavior of their gastrointestinal tract – in other words, in their overall health. That makes it essential for us to take good care of gut microbiota if we are to maintain the well-being of our animals. In this episode, Dr. Tellez-Isaias discusses the importance of the gastrointestinal tract, going into the symbiotic relationship between animals and the bacteria that reside within them.

Meet the guest:

Dr. Guillermo Tellez-Isaias

Experience

      ○ Current: Research Professor at the University of Arkansas

      ○ Past: Full Professor at the National Autonomous University of Mexico; Head of the Avian Medicine Department of the College of Veterinary Medicine.

Background

      ○ Ph.D. (Texas A&M University)

      ○ M.Sc., Veterinary Sciences  (the National Autonomous University of Mexico)

      ○D.V.M. (the National Autonomous University of Mexico)

Hobbies: running, cycling, and swimming.

Favorite book, movie or TV series: The Human Superorganism, by Rodney Dietert

Favorite quote: "Whatever the question, love is the answer." – Wayne Dyer Newton

A tip for success: Never give up.

Connect with our guest on Social Media: LinkedIn