The impact of dietary salt on the development of hypertension and gut microbiome dysbiosis in captive-bred vervet monkeys (Chlorocebus aethiops)

Abstract Background The study was designed to establish a hypertensive nonhuman primate model to evaluate the role of dietary salt intake on blood pressure levels and gut microbiome regulation. Sixteen adult vervet monkeys were selected and assigned into two groups (control and experimental). The co...

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Main Authors: Zandisiwe Emilia Magwebu, Sanele Khoza, Mikateko Mazinu, Esme Jordaan, Meenu Ghai, Chesa Gift Chauke
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2025-05-01
Series:BMC Veterinary Research
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Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1186/s12917-025-04795-9
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