Aflatoxins represent secondary metabolites of fungi, being characterized by a high degree of
toxicity. They are classed as poisonous mycotoxins, hence the interest in the control of their …

Cereals and cereal-based products are primary sources of nutrition across the world.
However, contamination of these foods with aflatoxins (AFs), secondary metabolites …

Mycotoxins are secondary metabolites produced by a variety of fungal and mold species.
One of the mycotoxin families that is often regarded as the most concerned one in human …

This study seeks a comprehensive meta-analysis of mycotoxin contaminants in animal feed
consumed in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region. The obtained articles were …

Contamination by fungal and bacterial species and their metabolites can affect grain quality
and health of wheat consumers. In this study, sequence analyses of conserved DNA regions …

Contamination of household foodstuffs by aflatoxins has been associated with many
illnesses, especially hepatocellular cancer and malnutrition. Aflatoxins are toxins produced …

Background and Purpose: Aflatoxins are naturally produced by some species of Aspergillus,
such as A. flavus and A. parasiticus. Aflatoxins reportedly have carcinogenic effects on …

The ability of zinc oxide nanoparticles to extend the shelf life of fresh pistachios in
polyethylene packages in cold storage was evaluated. Independent variables were the type …

Aflatoxins are naturally produced toxins by specific molds, namely Aspergillus flavus and
Aspergillus parasiticus. These toxins can be found in various agricultural products, including …

Dry fruits and nuts are nutritious foods with several health-promoting properties. However,
they are prone to contamination with aflatoxins at all stages of production and storage. The …