Previous studies have suggested that feed intake is a key factor that
affects the function of the intestinalmucosa; therefore, the reduction of
feed intake caused byweaning impairs intestinal integrity (Pluske et al.,
2003). In this study, the improvement in average daily feed intake
following palygorskite supplementation resulted in modification of
intestinal integrity. In turn, the alteration of intestinal integrity may
positively affect the digestion and absorption of nutrients, which will