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Spirulina supplementation regulates inflammation and supports cartilage health in adult sedentary horses following moderate-intensity exercise

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Box–Behnken design based statistical modelling to study the effects of spirulina (Arthrospira platensis) incorporation on nutritional standards of vegan snack product

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