Effect of dietary inclusion of Chandrasoor (Lepidium sativum) seed powder on minerals and antioxidant profile of milk in lactating cattle

Dr Manju

doi:10.56093/ijans.v95i12.170157

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Dr Manju RAJUVAS

https://doi.org/10.56093/ijans.v95i12.170157

Abstract

The present study aimed to investigate the effect of dietary supplementation of Chandrasoor (Lepidium sativum) on the mineral and antioxidant profile of milk in lactating Tharparkar cattle. A total of 12 lactating Tharparkar cattle were selected from Shree Pinjrapole Gaushala, Sanganer, Jaipur, and randomly divided into two groups (G₁ and G₂). The G₁ group was fed a basal diet formulated as per ICAR (2013) standards, consisting of wheat straw, green fodder, and a balanced readymade concentrate. In contrast, the G₂ group received an additional 150 g/day/animal of Chandrasoor seed along with the basal diet. The analysis of milk minerals indicated a significant increase in calcium (Ca) and iron (Fe) in the Chandrasoor-supplemented group compared to the control. Although phosphorus (P) and magnesium (Mg) levels showed a numerical increase, the differences were not statistically significant. Antioxidant assays, including DPPH, ABTS, total phenol, FRAP, and total flavonoids, exhibited a significant enhancement in the supplemented group, suggesting improved oxidative stability of milk. Based on these findings, it can be concluded that dietary supplementation of Chandrasoor at 150 g/day/animal significantly improves Ca, Fe, and antioxidant activity in milk, making it a promising feed additive for enhancing milk quality.

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