Mycotoxins and antidotes of herbal, binding and enzymatic nature
Mycotoxins represent a potential risk to humans and animals. Under certain ecosystems; such as high humidity and temperature, and poor storage conditions, the mycotoxins are released and leaked into the agricultural produce, mainly crops such as legumes, rice, etc. Mycotoxins can be detected in t...
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| Language: | English |
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ResearchersLinks, Ltd
2022-05-01
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| Series: | Novel Research in Microbiology Journal |
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| Online Access: | https://nrmj.journals.ekb.eg/article_238325_e664db6368f5b31ab6b9e6c796f8f223.pdf |
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| Summary: | Mycotoxins represent a potential risk to humans and animals. Under certain ecosystems;
such as high humidity and temperature, and poor storage conditions, the mycotoxins are
released and leaked into the agricultural produce, mainly crops such as legumes, rice, etc.
Mycotoxins can be detected in the food by using several techniques including
chromatography, Enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA), biosensors and other
advanced methods. However, it appears that analyzing the entire market's products is not
possible, particularly in the developing countries. Therefore, the availability of suitable
mycotoxin antidotes is necessary for health of both humans and animals due to their economic
impact. This article aimed to provide a brief overview of the existing antimycotoxin drugs,
chemicals, enzymes and medicinal plants; such as the mycotoxin antidotes. These antidotes
range from binders, such as aluminosilicates and activated charcoal, to herbal compounds that
are diverse. For instance, extracts of several plants such as Camellia sinensis leaves, Carum
carve seeds, garlic, and many others, are frequently used to mitigate the mycotoxicosis in
humans and animals. Besides, clinicians support the diagnosed patients with vitamins,
minerals and fluids. It is worth mentioning that these antidotes remain unable to specifically
target and degrade the mycotoxin, per se; however, they are being considered as symptomatic
treatments. There is a continued need for a specific antidote. Recently, enzymes were
examined for their ability to destroy the mycotoxins during food processing. Prospective
research is needed to adapt the enzymes or combine them with other medicines, so that they
can specifically work as mycotoxin antidotes for the humans and animals. |
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| ISSN: | 2537-0286 2537-0294 |