At some point in your life, you’ve heard debates about healthy eating, often emphasizing organic, non-GMO, fresh, and minimally processed foods. These discussions are frequently associated with health ...

Persistently high levels of mycotoxin co-contamination, significant regional difference and commodity-specific risk profiles ...

Exposure to the toxins can lead to immune suppression, nerve damage, and more, although the company hasn’t received reports ...

Moulds are ubiquitous in the environment and are regularly found on and in food. Like many other species of fungi, many mould‑forming fungi produce invisible toxins known as mycotoxins, which can ...

Scientists have looked at mycotoxin issues in the cereals sector in Ireland to help better protect consumers. Ireland is an important producer of oats and barley. While some of the output is used as ...

Ensuring safe and nutritious food for infants is essential for their health and development. Mycotoxins, produced by molds, are particularly a concern, because of their prevalence in grains, fruits, ...

Cereals and grains are promoted by dietitians, doctors and wellness influencers for their robust nutrition profile and health benefits. But, scientists are warning of the hidden health risks posed by ...

Rising temperatures because of climate change are increasing the risk of human exposure to mycotoxins, according to the European Environment Agency (EEA). A briefing published by the agency looked at ...

Researchers at the University of South Australia have developed an AI system using hyperspectral imaging and machine learning to detect dangerous mycotoxins in food before they reach consumers. The ...