Mineral profile of broiler muscle tissue: biochemical characterization and contribution to human physiological needs
https://doi.org/10.25687/3034-493X.2026.6.1.005
Abstract
Broiler meat occupies a special place in the human diet due to the combination of high nutritional value and dietary properties: it is distinguished by easily digestible complete protein, low fat and cholesterol content. In broiler muscle tissue, macro- and microelements are presented both in the composition of metalloenzymes and metalloproteins, and in the form of free ions, which ensures water-salt balance, participation in energy metabolism and antioxidant protection. Sodium/potassium maintain the Na⁺/K⁺-ATPase gradient; magnesium is involved in more than 300 enzymatic reactions as a Mg-ATP cofactor; phosphorus is essential for energy metabolism; iron (60-70% heme) dominates in myoglobin, providing oxygen storage; copper is a part of Cu/Zn-SOD and ceruloplasmin; zinc is associated with MT proteins; chromium enhances insulin sensitivity; Manganese is a cofactor for manganese superoxide dismutase. The physiological significance of these elements makes it advisable to quantify them in broiler meat to assess the human daily intake requirements. The aim of this study was to analyze the macro- and micronutrients of broiler meat and summarize their role in human nutrition. The results demonstrate a rich mineral profile with essential elements. A 300 g serving per day fully covers the requirements for phosphorus, potassium, iron, zinc, copper, selenium, and chromium, helping to prevent anemia and immunodeficiency, while magnesium, sodium, and calcium require dietary supplementation.
About the Author
P. D. Lakhonin
L.K. Ernst Federal Research Center for Animal Husbandry
Russian Federation
Russian Federation
Moscow Region
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Lakhonin P.D. Mineral profile of broiler muscle tissue: biochemical characterization and contribution to human physiological needs. Ernst Journal of Animal Science. 2026;(1):75-86. (In Russ.) https://doi.org/10.25687/3034-493X.2026.6.1.005
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