Dr. Shofiqur Rahman: IgY in Pet Health | Ep. 71

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In this episode of The Pet Food Science Podcast Show, Dr. Shofiqur Rahman from EW Nutrition shares exciting new advancements in the use of IgY antibodies in pet food. He explains the special qualities of IgY, how it's being used to treat different diseases in pets, and its potential to reduce the need for antibiotics. Join us to learn how this innovative approach could transform the pet food industry and improve the health of our furry companions.

"IgY is an antibody from egg yolk found in birds, reptiles, and amphibians, playing a crucial role in immunity by identifying and neutralizing pathogens like bacteria and viruses."

Meet the guest: Dr. Shofiqur Rahman holds a Ph.D. in Microbiology (Enzyme Biotechnology) from Gifu University, Japan. With over 33 years of research experience, he has significantly contributed to developing IgY antibodies for human, animal, and environmental health. Currently, as a senior researcher at the Immunology Research Institute in Gifu, Japan, Dr. Rahman focuses on the innovative use of IgY in pet food.

What will you learn:

• (00:00) Highlight
• (01:38) Introduction
• (08:34) Unique properties of IgY
• (13:55) IgY in pet food
• (18:43) Advantages over other antibodies
• (25:46) Periodontitis in pets
• (31:18) Future research directions
• (32:48) Final Questions

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