These results indicate a protective effect of BA against LPS-induced intestinal mucosal damage and support the notion
that dietary supplementation of BA is effective in improving intestinal antioxidant and immune status in broiler at early age.
It should be noted, however, that BA supplementation only partially alleviates the LPS-induced alterations in the measured
intestinal variables. The higher dose of BA used may be more sufficient to block the adverse effects of LPS.