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Meeting Bee Nutritional Requirements

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#1 ·
I need a good recommendation of a lab that can do a complete analysis of the contents in our trial formula # 11 which has been field tested and it shows some very good results.:)
Comments are needed.
Regards,
Ernie
 
#9 · (Edited)
The following information is very valuable.

It's a wise person that can take data applied in one area/application and transfer/apply it to another/new area like honeybees!

http://www.merricks.com/intestinal.htm#management

Ingredients/Supplements

Many ingredients and products are now available that demonstrate beneficial effects in the calf's digestive tract. The following list provides a brief description of several of the more common ingredients or supplements fed to calves to enhance or complement digestive and absorptive functions.

Direct-Fed Microbials (DFMs). DFMs are beneficial organisms that colonize in the digestive tract, produce organic acids and other beneficial compounds and compete against pathogens. A wide variety of organisms are used as DFMs. The primary DFMs used to colonize the small intestine are lactic acid bacteria (LAB). They are very rapid colonizers in the small intestine and compete very effectively against pathogens such as E coli. LAB have also been shown to enhance the production of protective mucin in the small intestine.

Fructooligosaccharides (FOS). FOS are naturally occurring plant sugars that provide a source of nutrients for beneficial bacteria in the large intestine such as Bifidobacteria. FOS have been shown to increase volatile fatty acid (VFA) production in the large intestine and improve calcium and magnesium absorption. FOS cannot be digested by the animal or by pathogenic bacteria.

Mannan oligosaccharides (MOS). Mannan oligosaccharides contain yeast cell wall fragments. These fragments contain mannans which competitively bind gram negative bacteria, preventing their attachment to the intestinal mucosa. Since mannans are not digestible in the intestine, the bound pathogen likely passes through the digestive tract. MOS may also stimulate antibody production and enhance intestinal structure and function.

Plant extracts/spices. This group of feed ingredients includes allicin (garlic extract) and a variety of spices. These ingredients vary in their modes of action but proposed activities include stimulation of digestive enzymes, antimicrobial activity, immune stimulation, improved VFA production and feed intake enhancement.

Animal Plasma. Animal plasma is obtained by centrifuging whole blood into its major components, plasma and blood cells. The two main types of animal plasma are bovine (ruminant) and porcine (swine). These products provide a source of both protein and immunoglobulins, primarily IgG and are usually added to milk or milk replacer. In the digestive tract, IgG has a direct affect on pathogens and may also have a direct effect on the intestinal mucosa.

Glutamine/Glutamate are amino acids that have been shown to improve villi height and overall intestinal morphology during periods of stress and following injury. Both glutamine and glutamate provide a local fuel source for enterocytes, the absorptive cells of intestinal villi.
References and Reviews

1. Austgen, L; Bowen, R.A; Rouge, M. Pathophysiology of the digestive system. Colorado State University. 2001. http:/arbl.cvmbs.colostate.edu/hbooks.

2. Ayabe, T., D.P. Satchell, C.L.Wilson, etc. Secretion of microbicidal alpha-defensins by intestinal Paneth cells in response to bacteria. Nature Immunol 1: 113-118, 2000.

3. Fisher, E.W.; McEwan, A.D. Death in neonatal calf diarrhoea. Pt. II: The role of oxygen and potassium. Br. Vet. J. 123:4-7, 1967.

4. Hecht, G. Innate mechanisms of epithelial host defense: spotlight on intestine. Am J Physiol Cell Physiol 227:C351-C358, 1999

5. Heinrichs, A.J., C.M. Jones, B.S. Heinrichs: Effects of mannan ologosaccharides or antibiotics in neonatal diets on health and growth of dairy calves. J Dairy Sci 86:4064-4069, 2003

6. Karam, S. Lineage commitment and maturation of epithelial cells in the gut. Frontiers in Bioscience 4:d286-298, 1999.

7. Lillard, J.R., P.N. Boyaka, O. Chertov, etc. Mechanisms for induction of acquired host immunity by neutrophil peptide defensins. Proc Natl Acad Sci 96:651-656,1999.

8. Stappenbeck, T.S., L.V. Hooper, J.I. Gordon: Developmental regulation of intestinal angiogenesis by indigenous microbes via paneth cells. Proc Natl Acad Sci Nov. 2002

9. Naylor, J.M: A retrospective study of the relationship between clinical signs and severity of acidosis in diarrheic calves. Can. Vet. J., 1989; 30:577-580.

10. Naylor, J.M: Severity and nature of acidosis in diarrheic calves over and under one week of age. Can. Vet. J., 1987; 28:168-173.

11. Tarver, A.P., D.P. Clark, G. Diamond, etc: Enteric beta-defensin: molecular cloning and characterization of a gene with inducible intestinal epithelial cell expression associated with cryptosporidium parvum infection. Infection and Immunity 66:1045-1056, 1998.

12. Tyler, Howard: Personal communication. Iowa State University, Ames Iowa.


I was using boluses from a local dairy, Ador Farms, to give to a calf with scours back in the late 60's to inocculate the calf digestive sytem when it had scours.
Now you know where I am doing my research!
Ernie
 
#10 ·
Tuesday, August 18, 2009
This has some potential for bees. ( it contains the LABs)

Probiotic V™, is the only fully live, stabilized microbial system available in the marketplace. Micro blended in a unique formula with live cell yeast culture for enzyme activity. Live microbials often aid in appetites, digestion of fiber nutrients (alfalfa, grains) gut integrity - factors that often lessen the occurence of colic and/or pathogenic coliform activity. Contains 10x the level of live microbial system as many competitive products.

Probiotic V™ contains a concentrated microbial system, consisting of live, stablized lactic acid producing bacteria. Probiotic V contains four (6) strains of live stabilized lactic acid producing bacteria (probiotics), plus live cell yeast culture, used as a microbial supplement.
Note: Probiotic V™ can be used in conjunction with other supplements containing moderate or low levels of live microbials (Mega -Mag®, Biotin 22X™, etc.) as several billion beneficial bacteria are needed to be active in small intestines daily to establish and/or maintain gut integrity during training, performance and stress conditions.

Comment?
Ernie
 
#11 ·
Here's another product:
MRM
WHEY
18 g Protein/ Serving
TYPICAL AMINO ACID PROFILE PER 25.5 g SCOOP
NAME mg/scoop
ALANINE 800
ARGININE 400
ASPARTIC ACID 1910
CYSTEINE 220
GLUTAMIC ACID 3000
L-GLUTAMINE 1000
GLYCINE 400
HISTIDINE 250
ISOLEUCINE 1110
LEUCINE 1630
LYSINE 1540
METHIONINE 330
PHENYLALANINE 530
PROLINE 1070
SERINE 910
THREONINE 1040
TRYPTOPHAN 380
TYROSINE 440
VALINE 1040
_____________________________________
Table 1. Amino acid content of average pollen expressed as percent of crude protein
CONSTITUENT Average pollen(crude protein, 26.3%)
ïpercent
Arginine 5.3
Histidine 2.5
Isoleucine 5.1
Leucine 7.1
Lysine 6.4
Methionine 1.9
Phenyalalamine 4.1
Threomine 4.1
Trypotophane 1.4
Valine 5.8
____________________________________-

Comments,
Ernie
 
#16 ·
Tom, thanks for the reminder about inositol
The following is from a web site selling pollen.

Vitamins

Provitamin A
B-1 Thiamine
B-2 Riboflavin
B-3 Niacin
B-6 Pyridoxine
Panthothenic acid
Biotin
B-12 (cyanocobalamin)
Folic acid
Choline
Inositol
Vitamin C
Vitamin D
Vitamin E
Vitamin K
Rutin

Minerals

Calcium
Phosphorus
Potassium
Sulfur
Sodium
Chlorine
Magnesium
Iron
Manganese
Copper
Iodine
Zinc
Silicon
Molybedenum
Boron
Titanium




Enzymes Proteins - Amino Acids
Amylase
Diatase
Saccharase
Pectase
Phosphatase
Catalase
Disphorase
Cozymase
Cytochrome systems
Lactic dehyrogenase
Succinic dehydrogenase
24-Oxidoreductases
21-Transferases
11-Lyases
5-Isomerases
Pepsin
Trypsin
Isoleucine
Leucine
Lysine
Methionine
Phenylalanine
Threonine
Tryptophan
Valine
Histidine
Arginine
Cystine
Tyrosine
Alanine
Aspartic Acid
Glutamic acid
Hydroxyproline
Proline
Serine




Others
Nucleic acids
Flavonoids
Phenolic acid
Tarpenes
Nucleosides
Auxins
Fructose
Glucose
Brassins
Gibberellins
Kinins
Vernine
Guanine
Xanthine
Hypoxalthine
Nuclein
Amines
Lecithin
Xanthophylls
Crocetin
Zeaxanthin
Lycopene
Hexodecanal
Alpha-amino-butyric acid
Monoglycerides
Diglycerides
Triglycerides
Pentosans

Regards,
Ernie
 
#17 ·
here is a good example of PROBIOTICS

Probiotics by Bio-Alternatives

This product is vegetarian and free of citrus, corn, dairy, egg, gluten, sodium, soy, wheat, yeast, added sugars, synthetic dye, artificial flavorings and preservatives.

SUPPLEMENT FACTS:

Serving Size - 1 Capsule
Servings per Container - 120
Each capsule delivers 5 billion CFU Probiotic Bacteria Complex containing:

Lactobacillus acidophilus 1.25 billion
Lactobacillus rhamnosus 1 billion
Bifidobacterium Lactis 750 million
Lactobacillus casei 500 million
Bifidobacterium breve 500 million
Bifidobacterium longum 500 million
Bifidobacterium bifidum 250 million
Streptococcus thermophilus 250 million
Fructo oligosaccharides (FOS) 220 mg
Other Ingredients: rice flour, vegetable cellulose (capsule)
SUGGESTED USE:

INITIAL: Child 1 capsule, Adult 2 capsules, Senior 3 capsules after breakfast and dinner until results occur.
MAINTENANCE: Child 1 capsule, Adult 2 capsules, Senior 3 capsules after breakfast.
Regards,
Ernie
 
#18 ·
Here's one source of IPS (Inositol Hexophosphate) >400 mg

Iso-Rich Soy, Vegetarian Soy Protein Powder, 892 g, Jarrow Formulas

Use Iso-Rich Soy Powder as a dietary supplement to increase your intake of protein and soy phytonutrients.

Supplemental Facts
Serving Size 2 rounded Tbsp. (29 g)
Servings Per Container 31
Amount Per Serving % DV
Calories 110
Calories from Fat 5
Total Fat <1 g 1%
Saturated Fat 0 g 0%
Cholesterol 0 mg 0%
Sodium 370 mg 15%
Total Carbohydrates 0 g 0%
Dietary Fiber 0 g 0%
Sugars 0 g 0%
Protein 25 g
Vitamin A 0 IU 0%
Vitamin C 0 mg 0%
Calcium 29 mg 4%
Iron 4 mg 25%
Isoflavones 56 mg
Genistin/Genistein 28 mg
Daidzin/Daidein 23 mg
Glycitin/Glycitein 5 mg
IPS (Inositol Hexophosphate) >400 mg
Saponins >200 mg

Ingredients: Soy protein isolate (Non-GMO) and natural vanilla flavor.
100% natural, No corn, yeast, wheat, dairy products, preservatives, artificial flavors, sweeteners or colors have been added.

Suitable for vegans. This product is packaged by weight not by volume. May contain traces of peanuts/nuts.

Suggested Use:
Mix 2 rounded tablespoons (29 g) of powder with 6-8 oz. fruit juice, milk, or your favorite beverage or you may:
Blend powder with liquid, ice and fruit for smoothies.
Mix into cold or cooked cereals.
Add to soups, sauces, casseroles, meatballs, patties, baked items (bread, muffins, etc.) or frozen desserts.

This product contains naturally occuring phytoestrogens. Do not take more than 2 servings per day. Do not give to children under 12 years old.


Notice: Individual results may vary. You should always consult with your physician before starting this product or any health-related program.
Disclaimer: The product descriptions and the statements on this page are from manufacturers and/or distributors and have not been evaluated by VitaSprings or the FDA. These products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. VitaSprings does not imply any medical claims from the customer reviews on this Iso-Rich Soy, Vegetarian Soy Protein Powder product on this website.

Regards,
Ernie
 
#19 ·
Inositol has a big spectrum of use in humans, now what about bees/

PURE INOSITOL POWDER.

BIO-ALTERNATIVES is pleased to offer PURE INOSITOL POWDER. Inositol is a member of the B vitamin family. It is utilized in fat metabolism, helping the liver to eliminate excess fat, reducing cholesterol levels, helps prevent hardening of the arteries, and may protect nerve fibers from excess glucose damage. Diabetics are prone to over excrete this substance and supplemental intake has been found beneficial for the prevention of neuropathy. Inositol has a natural calming effect and may be used in the treatment of anxiety, depression, and obsessive-compulsive disorder without the side effects of prescription medications.
Inositol has been listed(1) as an essential element in the nutritional treatment of Alcoholism, Cirrhosis of the Liver, & Diabetes. Very Important for Glaucoma, Hair Loss, Hepatitis, Multiple Sclerosis, & Raynaud's Disease. Important in Depression, Gallbladder Disorders, Hemorrhoids, Pancreatitis, Vertigo, & Helpful for Circulatory Problems, High Blood Pressure (Hypertension), Insomnia, Obesity, & Premenstrual Syndrome.


Regards,
Ernie
 
#20 · (Edited)
Here is a research report that is very interestig, and it's applied to bees!

Brood Rearing by Caged Honey Bees in Response to Inositol

IngentaConnect Brood Rearing by Caged Honey Bees in Response to Inositol and Cer...
Abstract:

Caged colonies of honey bees, Apis mellifera L., were unable to rear brood beyond a larval age of 3-4 days when fed an artificial diet containing proteins, carbohydrates, lipids, vitamins, and minerals. However, a final concentration of 4.5 mg inositol, a vitamin, in each gram of the artificial food, enabled bees to rear normal brood through the adult stage during a test period of 72 days. Furthermore, addition of 3.5 milligrams of pollen ash per gram of artificial diet also enabled bees to rear all stages of brood during a test period of 44 days. Additions of both pollen ash and inositol to the artificial diet gave no better results than either alone.

Bees could rear all stages of brood when a concentrated aqueous extract of crushed pollen grains was mixed with the artificial diet. The concentrate could be prepared either by lyophilization or drying at 100°C in a laboratory oven. No further characterization of the active component(s) in the concentrate has been made. A completely liquid formulation failed to sustain brood rearing. Incorporation of several sterols in addition to cholesterol in artificial diet also failed to sustain brood rearing.
Document Type: Research article

Regards,
Ernie
 
#21 ·
ROYAL JELLY ANALYSIS

This report gives us the constituens of royal jelly and their micrograms per 1 gram.

on analyzing royal jelly found that it is rich in proteins and vitamins of the B complex and especially in pantothenic acid,

The Banting Institute of Ontario, on analyzing royal jelly found that it is rich in proteins and vitamins of the B complex and especially in pantothenic acid, the vitamin B which has been associated with longevity and in restoring gray hair to its original color. The United States Department of Agriculture has said that one gram (1/30 oz.) contains the following:

Vitamin B1 (Thiamin )-1.5 to 7.4 micrograms

Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)-5.3 to 10.0 micrograms

Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine)-2.2 to 10.2 micrograms

Niacin (Nicotinic acid)-91.0 to 149.0 micrograms

Pantothenic Acid-65.0 to 200.0 micrograms

Biotin-0.9 to 3.7 micrograms

Inositol-78.0 to 150.0 micrograms

Folic Acid-0.16 to 0.50 micrograms

Vitamin C-a trace

Vitamin E-none
Regards,
Ernie
 
#23 ·
#27 ·
It's a wise person that can take data applied in one area/application and transfer/apply it to another/new area like honeybees!

I've been thinking about that a lot lately. I think one area that people often demand the best feeds are pets. People often pamper their pets, and ignore the economic aspects, simply trying to baby their pet out of love. (Many folks consider a pet to be a part of the family.)

I happened to glance at the bag of cat food I feed my cat. This is Special Kitty Original blend dry cat food, sold by WalMart for about $10 for an 18 pound bag.

Guaranteed Analysis
Crude Protein (min) 34.00%
Crude Fat (min) 11.00%
Crude Fiber (max) 4.50%
Moisture (max) 10.00%
Linoleic Acid (min) 1.25%
Arachidonic Acid (min) 0.02%
Calcium (min) 1.00%
Phosphorus (min) 0.80%
Selenium (min) 0.30mg/kg
Vitamin A (min) 10,000IU/kg
Vitamin E (min) 70IU/kg
Taurine (min) 0.15%

Ingredients
Chicken by-product meal, ground yellow corn, corn gluten meal, ground wheat, soybean meal, animal fat (preserved with BHA and citric acid), brewers rice, natural flavor (chicken and fish), brewers dried yeast, sodium bisulfate, calcium carbonate, salt, potassium chloride, monocalcium,phosphate, choline chloride, taurine, fish meal, iron oxide, vitamin E supplement, ferrous sulfate, zinc sulfate, zinc oxide, copper sulfate, niacin, vitamin A supplement, calcium pantothenate, manganous oxide, thiamine mononitrate (source of vitamin B1), riboflavin supplement (source of vitamin B2), pyridoxine hydrochloride (source of vitamin B6), biotin, vitamin B12 supplement, menadione sodium bisulfite complex (source of vitamin K activity), sodium selenite, folic acid, calcium iodate, vitamin D3 supplement, cobalt carbonate.

I have a small grist mill, and it wouldn't be difficult to turn cat food (or dog or horse or rabbit pellets) into a flour you could mix with sugar syrup to make a protein patty.

Has anyone ever tried using pet feed to make protein patties? If so, how did it work for them?
 
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