
Importance of Calcium and Phosphorus in Layers
During the lifetime of a layer, undoubtedly one of the most important mineral is Calcium (Ca) and the other one is Phosphorus (P). Calcium is the most abundant mineral with the number of 99 % found in bones and Phosphorus is the second most abundant mineral with 80 % found in bones. Because of the importance of those minerals, a proper balance of calcium and phosphorus is crucial and has to be present in the diet. Excess calcium in the diet will result in the malabsorption of phosphorus at the gut level. Similarly, excess phosphorus will have the same effect on calcium. Therefore, the addition of a ratio of 1.5-2 Calcium: 1 Phosphorus is required for optimal absorption and utilization of these minerals.
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