Dr. Mike Cecava: Yeast in Pet Health and Nutrition | Ep. 22

In the dynamic realm of pet nutrition, yeast has emerged as a key player, offering diverse advantages to pets. In this episode, Dr. Mike Cecava, an esteemed expert in animal nutrition, delves into the intriguing world of nutritional yeast and its applications in the pet food industry. He explores yeast's vital role in promoting digestive health, supporting the immune system, and more. Dr. Cecava also elucidates the intricate variations of yeast, their chemical compositions, and their impact on pet well-being. 

"Adding yeast to pet food can improve gut health, enhance immune system responses, and contribute to overall wellness in dogs and cats."

What you’ll learn:

• (00:00) Highlight
• (02:03) Introduction 
• (03:26) Definition of yeast
• (04:38) Variability in yeasts on the commercial market
• (09:53) Determining the benefits of yeast in pet food
• (11:27) Differential effects of beta-glucan and MOS on gut health
• (14:21) The value of yeast in reducing the impact of stressful events
• (39:53) The final questions

Meet the guest: Dr. Mike Cecava

Experience:

• Current: President in Cecava Research Consulting, LLC
• Past: Vice President of Research in The F.L. Emmert Company

Background:

• Ph.D., Animal Sciences (University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign)
• M.Sc., Animal Sciences (University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign)
• B.Sc., Animal Sciences (University of Nebraska-Lincoln)

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