| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6392124 | Food Control | 2014 | 7 Pages |
Abstract
Mycotoxins are secondary metabolites produced naturally by filamentous fungi, which are considered toxic substances when present in food for humans and feed for animals. They are frequently found in products such as nuts, corn, rice, and several other cereals, which can be contaminated in the field during harvest or during storage. Studies have demonstrated their toxigenic, nephrotoxic, hepatotoxic, carcinogenic, immunosuppressive and mutagenic characteristics, and most mycotoxins represent a considerable risk to human and animal health. This review describes the main mycotoxins that have been isolated and chemically characterized and which are currently the subject of studies due to their proven potential toxicity.
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Authors
Maria Edite Bezerra da Rocha, Francisco da Chagas Oliveira Freire, Fábio Erlan Feitosa Maia, Maria Izabel Florindo Guedes, Davide Rondina,