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  1. Aflatoxin - Wikipedia

    Aflatoxins are various poisonous carcinogens and mutagens that are produced by certain molds, especially Aspergillus species such as Aspergillus flavus and Aspergillus parasiticus. According to …

  2. Aflatoxins - Cancer-Causing Substances - NCI

    Dec 28, 2018 · Exposure to aflatoxins is associated with an increased risk of liver cancer. How can aflatoxin exposure be reduced? You can reduce your aflatoxin exposure by buying only major …

  3. Aflatoxins: History, Significant Milestones, Recent Data on Their ...

    Contamination by aflatoxins is a global health problem. Aflatoxins pose acutely toxic, teratogenic, immunosuppressive, carcinogenic, and teratogenic effects. Besides food insecurity and human …

  4. Aflatoxin: MedlinePlus Medical Encyclopedia

    To help minimize risk, the FDA tests foods that may contain aflatoxin. Peanuts and peanut butter are some of the most rigorously tested products because they often contain aflatoxins and are widely eaten.

  5. Aflatoxin: How to Avoid this Common-Food Carcinogen - Dr. Axe

    Apr 18, 2024 · Aflatoxin is a type of mold that is considered a human carcinogen. It’s found in certain commonly eaten foods, including peanuts, peanut butter and corn, and is most harmful in parts of the …

  6. Aflatoxins in food | EFSA

    Dec 21, 2021 · Aflatoxin B1 is the most common in food and among the most potent genotoxic and carcinogenic aflatoxins. It is produced both by Aspergillus flavus and Aspergillus parasiticus.

  7. Aflatoxins: Occurrence, biosynthesis, mechanism of action and effects ...

    Mar 15, 2024 · Aflatoxins (AFs) are a specific group of mycotoxins primarily produced by toxigenic Aspergillus species, particularly A. flavus and A. parasiticus. They are carcinogenic, …

  8. Aflatoxins: Sources, Toxicity, and Health Impacts

    Aflatoxins are a group of highly toxic compounds produced by certain molds that grow in soil, decaying vegetation, hay, and grains. These toxins can contaminate food supplies and pose significant health …

  9. Aflatoxin Contamination, Its Impact and Management Strategies: An ...

    Aflatoxin, a type of mycotoxin, is mostly produced by Aspergillus flavus and Aspergillus parasiticus. It is responsible for the loss of billions of dollars to the world economy, by contaminating different crops …

  10. What is aflatoxin? - USDA

    Oct 2, 2024 · Aflatoxin is a cancer-causing poison produced by certain fungi in or on foods and feeds, especially in field corn and peanuts.