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    Aflatoxin Binders in Foods for Human Consumption-Can This be Promoted Safely and Ethically?

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    2019
    Author
    Ahlberg, S
    Randolph, D
    Okoth, S
    Lindahl, J
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    Language
    en
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    Abstract
    Aflatoxins continue to be a food safety problem globally, especially in developing regions. A significant amount of effort and resources have been invested in an attempt to control aflatoxins. However, these efforts have not substantially decreased the prevalence nor the dietary exposure to aflatoxins in developing countries. One approach to aflatoxin control is the use of binding agents in foods, and lactic acid bacteria (LAB) have been studied extensively for this purpose. However, when assessing the results comprehensively and reviewing the practicality and ethics of use, risks are evident, and concerns arise. In conclusion, our review suggests that there are too many issues with using LAB for aflatoxin binding for it to be safely promoted. Arguably, using binders in human food might even worsen food safety in the longer term.
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    https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/31337106
    http://erepository.uonbi.ac.ke/handle/11295/106694
    Citation
    Toxins (Basel). 2019 Jul 14;11(7). pii: E410.
    Publisher
    University of Nairobi
    Subject
    Aflatoxins; binding; biocontrol; food discipline; food safety
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