Abstract:
Aflatoxins are poisonous, carcinogenic by-products of the growth of the moulds Aspergillus flavus and Aspergillus parasiticus, and are the most studied and widely known mycotoxins. There are four major groups of aflatoxins: B1, B2, G1 and G2. The public health impact of aflatoxin exposure is pervasive in economically developing countries; consequently, we need to design intervention strategies for prevention that are practicable for these high-risk populations. Aflatoxins are ubiquitous contaminates of the human food supply throughout the economically developing world; however, are different food management techniques to inhibit aflatoxin contamination. Food authorities have set certain limits of aflatoxins present in the foodstuff beyond which food gets unhealthy for consumption. This review paper depicts the toxic effects of aflatoxin on health.
Page(s):
256-271
DOI:
DOI not available
Published:
Journal: Pakistan Journal of Food Sciences, Volume: 24, Issue: 4, Year: 2014