A postbiotic is defined as a “preparation of inanimate microorganisms and/or their components that confers a health benefit on the host”. Emerging science on postbiotics is showing a role in digestive health and even mood for humans, as well as the potential to improve the safety and efficiency of our food supply by improving animal health.
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Sara Llamas-Moya, PhD
Global Scientific Affairs & Applications, Animal Performance Solutions - Kerry
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Sara Llamas Moya, MSc, PhD is the Global Scientific Affairs & Applications Manager for Kerry Animal Performance Solutions. She is responsible for conducting clinical efficacy trials in target animal species and creating a scientific understanding of the mode of action of ingredients and technologies, from a nutrition and health perspective. Sara is also involved in product development and keeps up to date with new scientific findings that can be translated into innovative solutions to the animal industry.
Animal nutrition has a direct impact on human health ‘You are what you eat’. This phrase is used to encourage us think hard about our food choices, but what does it really mean? And when we think about what we eat, what is the impact of the nutrition that is provided to the animals that… Read more »
Whey, previously a by-product of cheese-making previously used as fertilizer or thrown away, is now the most well-known ingredient in the sports industry. Identifying nutritious ingredients from by-products is one way to drive innovation.





