PAW-PAW & BITTER LEAVES PROPHYLACTIC TREATMENT Paw-paw leaves are loaded with nutrients like calcium, Vit amins A, C, E, and K which are great antioxidants as well having gastrointestinal benefits While bitter leaves have antioxidants with some antibacterial & anti-fungal benefits Administering the extract gives anti-stress benefits to the fish. It helps boost immunity with the antioxidants attacking free radicals ( cell waste products ) & preserving cell structures If the free radicals are not removed, cellular stress sets in, which can reduce the fish stress tolerance, decrease immunity & increase susceptibility to diseases The extracts were administered for an hour after which flow through commenced However, for curative treatment, it's important to leave the fish in the treatment overnight. It's application could be captured under routine preventive measures like conducting salt baths for the stock