The Pet Food Science Podcast Show - Dr. Thaila Putarov: Palatability Powered by Yeast | Ep. 151

In this episode of The Pet Food Science Podcast Show, Dr. Thaila Putarov, Global Business Manager for Animal Nutrition and Health at Biorigin, explains how yeast-based ingredients support pet food palatability, gut health, and immune function. She discusses the differences between whole yeast, yeast extract, and purified beta-glucan, and how processing impacts performance. Dr. Putarov also highlights consumer perception, natural positioning, and collaboration in product development. Listen now on all major platforms to learn how yeast innovation is shaping modern pet nutrition!

What you'll learn:  

• Yeast palatability benefits
• Beta-glucan function
• Gut immune response
• Natural ingredient perception
• Product development collaboration

Meet the guest:

Dr. Thaila Putarov holds a PhD and MSc in Animal Nutrition from FMVZ UNESP Botucatu, with a focus on companion animal nutrition and pet food processing. She is Global Head of Business Development for Animal Nutrition and Health at Biorigin, bringing together research, technical expertise, and commercial strategy. 

Connect with our guest on Social Media: LinkedIn

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