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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.
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Postbiotics – What Are They and How Are They Different from Other -Biotics?

Author(s): Tri Duong, PhD and Sara Llamas-Moya, PhD

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.