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Chickens have no sweat glands and are highly sensitive to heat, which is why researchers have studied taurine as a nutritional strategy to help poultry cope with heat stress.
Published poultry science research has examined taurine's role in supporting antioxidant defenses and reducing the physiological strain of high temperatures on laying hens and broilers.
Source: Uyanga et al., "Functional roles of taurine, L-theanine, L-citrulline, and betaine during heat stress in poultry," Journal of Animal Science and Biotechnology, 2022.
Taurine, a naturally occurring amino acid, acts as an osmoregulator and antioxidant in poultry - helping stabilize cell membranes and support the body during periods of heat stress.
Research on taurine in poultry has shown it can help repair intestinal lining, restore nutrient absorption, and support the immune system's natural ability to recover from the effects of parasites and heat-related stress.
Daily Maintenance: approx. 1.9-3.8 grams of taurine per US gallon of drinking water.
During a Heat Wave (Acute Stress): approx. 7.5-19 grams per US gallon. In extreme heat with severely reduced feed intake, up to 19-30 grams per gallon.
- 🌡️ Supports resilience during extreme heat and panting stress
- 🦠 Helps the gut recover from the effects of internal parasites
- 🥚 Supports stronger, more consistent eggshell quality
- 🛡️ Supports natural immune and antioxidant function
- 💧 Simple daily addition to the drinking water