The Dairy Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast - Dr. José Eduardo Santos: Choline & Dairy Cows - Part 1 | Ep. 106

In this episode of The Dairy Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast, Dr. José Eduardo Santos from the University of Florida explores the science behind choline and its essential functions in dairy cows. He explains its role in lipid metabolism, fatty liver prevention, and reproductive health, with practical insights on supplementation strategies. Listen now on all major platforms!

What you'll learn: 

• Choline's physiological roles
• Fatty liver prevention
• Supplementation timing impact
• Transition cow performance
• Literature gaps on choline

Meet the guest:

Dr. José Eduardo P. Santos is a Professor in the Department of Animal Sciences at the University of Florida, with a DVM from São Paulo State University and graduate degrees from the University of Arizona. His work focuses on improving health and performance in transition cows through nutritional strategies.

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