articles about phytase

Figure 1. Structure of phytic acid at neutral pH (a); structure of phytic acid chelated at neutral pH with cations (b); structure of phytic acid chelated with proteins at acidic pH (c) and neutral pH (d). Figures adapted from Humer et al. (2014).

Data sheet: Phytases

Phosphorus is an essential mineral for bone mineralization, energy metabolism, and nucleic acid synthesis. Therefore, strategies to maximize the utilization of phosphorus present in cereals and legumes used in swine nutrition are important, such as the use of phytases. This data sheet describes the structure, types, mechanism of action, and application of phytases.