Article
Chemistry, Applied
Muhammad Asif Asghar, Farman Ahmed, Razia Sultana
Summary: The natural co-occurrence of aflatoxins and ochratoxin A in liquorice roots obtained from different herbal outlets of Karachi, Pakistan was evaluated in this study. The results showed a higher contamination rate of aflatoxins compared to ochratoxin A in these samples, but all were within the limits set by the European Union.
FOOD ADDITIVES & CONTAMINANTS PART B-SURVEILLANCE
(2023)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Jelena Loncar, Barbara Bellich, Alessia Parroni, Massimo Reverberi, Roberto Rizzo, Slaven Zjalic, Paola Cescutti
Summary: The study evaluated oligosaccharides extracted from Trametes versicolor for controlling two mycotoxins, with heptasaccharides showing up to 90% inhibitory activity. These results suggest that these oligosaccharides could be natural alternatives for controlling mycotoxins.
Review
Environmental Sciences
Ling Yang, Lihan Yang, Yuqing Cai, Yifei Luo, Hui Wang, Li Wang, Jingqing Chen, Xiaoming Liu, Yingjie Wu, Yinghe Qin, Zhenlong Wu, Ning Liu
Summary: Nowadays, companion animals such as dogs have become integral members of families and form strong emotional bonds with their owners. Ensuring the safety and nutritional adequacy of dog food is crucial for their health and well-being. However, common ingredients in dry dog food, such as cereals and plant-based feedstuffs, can potentially be contaminated with mycotoxins, which can adversely affect dogs' growth and metabolism. This review provides an overview of the mycotoxins found in dog food, their toxicity to dogs, and different detoxification methods. The aim is to serve as a reference for future studies in evaluating risk, implementing preventive strategies, and setting clear criteria for mycotoxins to minimize exposure, reduce harm, and prevent mycotoxicosis in dogs.
ECOTOXICOLOGY AND ENVIRONMENTAL SAFETY
(2023)
Review
Food Science & Technology
Md. Shofiul Azam, Shafi Ahmed, Md. Nahidul Islam, Pulak Maitra, Md. Mahmudul Islam, Dianzhen Yu
Summary: Mycotoxins are secondary metabolites of filamentous fungi that contaminate a variety of food products, especially beverages, posing a serious risk to human health even at low concentrations. Major mycotoxins in beverages, such as aflatoxins and ochratoxin A, sometimes exceed regulatory limits. Strategies to control mycotoxin contamination include detection, quantification, and postharvest management.
Article
Food Science & Technology
Ana Isabel Galvan, Maria de Guia Cordoba, Alicia Rodriguez, Alberto Martin, Margarita Lopez-Corrales, Santiago Ruiz-Moyano, Manuel Joaquin Serradilla
Summary: This study evaluated the environmental conditions and physicochemical parameters of dried figs at different processing stages, and their correlation with fungal counts and the presence of toxigenic molds and mycotoxins. The findings highlight the importance of longer drying times, temperature control, and humidity control to prevent mycotoxin contamination during the processing of dried figs.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF FOOD MICROBIOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Agronomy
Siti Nur Ezzati Yazid, Wan Jing Ng, Jinap Selamat, Siti Izera Ismail, Nik Iskandar Putra Samsudin
Summary: Malaysia has started cultivating grain corn locally to reduce import dependency for animal feed industries. Fungal isolates were collected from two pioneer grain corn farms, revealing a predominance of Fusarium verticillioides, with several other fungal species present, some of which could produce mycotoxins in vitro. This research provides a baseline for further studies on fungal contamination and mycotoxin accumulation in Malaysian grain corn agroecosystems.
Article
Food Science & Technology
Azem Belasli, Marta Herrera, Agustin Arino, Djamel Djenane
Summary: This study investigated the occurrence and levels of mycotoxins in cereal-based products, nuts, and dried fruits in Algeria. Aflatoxins were found in a significant percentage of the samples, while ochratoxin A and zearalenone were only detected in some cereal-based products. Some samples exceeded the EU maximum level for aflatoxin B1, posing a potential risk to the Algerian population.
Review
Microbiology
Nadine Abraham, Edicon Tze Shun Chan, Ting Zhou, Stephen Y. K. Seah
Summary: Mycotoxins produced by certain fungi pose a significant food safety issue due to their toxicity. Existing physical and chemical methods for mycotoxin removal may reduce food quality, making microbial transformation a promising alternative for detoxification.
FRONTIERS IN MICROBIOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Food Science & Technology
Miroslava Hlebova, Lukas Hleba, Juraj Medo, Viktoria Uzsakova, Pavel Kloucek, Matej Bozik, Peter Hascik, Juraj Cubon
Summary: This study evaluated the effects of different essential oil vapors on the growth, sporulation, and mycotoxins production of two Aspergillus strains in green and roasted coffee beans, as well as their impact on sensory profile of coffee samples. Results showed that almond, cinnamon bark, lemongrass, and litsea essential oils significantly inhibited fungal growth and mycotoxin production. Additionally, sensory evaluation revealed that some essential oils did not affect the taste and aroma of coffee beverages, making almond and cinnamon essential oils potential candidates for protecting coffee from toxigenic fungi during transport and storage.
Article
Food Science & Technology
Shahzad Zafar Iqbal, Amna Mumtaz, Zahid Mahmood, Muhammad Waqas, Abdul Ghaffar, Amir Ismail, Wajeeha Pervaiz
Summary: The study investigated the levels of aflatoxins and ochratoxin A in chili sauce samples from central cities of Pakistan, finding that a majority of the samples exceeded legal limits, posing potential health risks for the local population.
Review
Food Science & Technology
Aldrey Nathalia Ribeiro Correa, Cristiano Dietrich Ferreira
Summary: This article introduces the regulations and maximum tolerated limits for mycotoxins in Brazil, and discusses the findings of recent studies indicating that several grains intended for human consumption in Brazil exceed the mycotoxins limits. The co-occurrence of mycotoxins in different grains grown in Brazil is also addressed.
FOOD REVIEWS INTERNATIONAL
(2023)
Article
Food Science & Technology
Yi Zheng, Yuxin Wu, Huanxin Zhang, Xiaolan Chen, Zaixiang Lou, Huijuan Jing, Chunpeng (Craig) Wan
Summary: This study examined mycotoxins and veterinary medications in duck meat marketed in China, and found the presence of multiple mycotoxins and veterinary drugs in many samples, posing risks to food safety and public health.
JOURNAL OF FOOD QUALITY
(2022)
Article
Biotechnology & Applied Microbiology
Marina H. Boshra, Ghadir S. El-Housseiny, Mohammed M. S. Farag, Khaled M. Aboshanab
Summary: This study aimed to validate two common methods for monitoring MTs levels in various food categories. Results showed no significant differences between the ELISA and immunoaffinity fluorometric analysis in the detection of MTs. However, significant differences were observed among different food categories, highlighting the need for strict control measures to minimize the risk of MTs adverse effects.
Article
Food Science & Technology
Paula Llorens, Renata Pietrzak-Fiecko, Juan Carlos Molto, Jordi Manes, Cristina Juan
Summary: Validated extraction methods are necessary for obtaining suitable bioaccessibility studies of mycotoxins in bakery products. The bakery industry produces bread with different ingredients to enrich its nutritional properties and protect it from fungal growth. Therefore, an extraction method was developed to analyze the legislated mycotoxins in digested phases of two types of bread.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Zahra Zareshahrabadi, Mahdieh Karimirad, Keyvan Pakshir, Robab Bahmyari, Marjan Motamedi, Hasti Nouraei, Kamiar Zomorodian
Summary: Spices are essential in the diets of millions worldwide, but can be contaminated by fungi and mycotoxins. This study analyzed AFTs and OTA contamination in 80 spice samples, with the majority showing contamination, especially in curry samples. Only a small percentage of samples exceeded acceptable limits for AFTs and OTA.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND POLLUTION RESEARCH
(2021)