Sun K, Lei Y, Wang R, Wu Z, Wu G Journal of Animal Science and Biotechnology, 2017 BACKGROUND: Cinnamicaldehyde (CA) is a key flavor compound in cinnamon essential oil possessing various bioactivities. Tight junction (TJ) proteins are vital for the maintenance of intestinal epithelial barrier function, transport, absorption and utilization of dietary amino acids and other nutrients. In… Read more »