Health benefits of microalgae-fortified Tilapia diet

A blend of microalgae species Nannochloropsis oculate, Schizochytrium and Spirulina offers a range of health and growth benefits when fortified in Tilapia diets, a new study reviews. Due to the intensification of production, Nile tilapia (Oreochromis niloticus) is usually exposed to multiple biological, physical, environmental, and chemical stressors that can impair their health, reduce their overall performance, and increase their susceptibility to diseases. Exposure to extrinsic stressors