When stored improperly, coffee may develop mycotoxins, or toxins produced by molds. You are regularly exposed to trace amounts of mycotoxins, and in coffee, this is usually below the safety limit.

Mycotoxins are poisonous substances produced by fungi or mold. They can be toxic for humans when they are eaten, absorbed into the skin, or inhaled. A small amount of mycotoxin can be damaging to ...

Though there are certainly ways to eat a healthy diet with meat and animal products, plant-forward eating patterns are growing in popularity—and their health benefits are backed by lots of research.

The study identified 19 different fungal compounds across veggie burgers and sausages, vegan chicken alternatives, and even plant-based beverages. Stacey Leasca is an award-winning journalist with ...

New research into plant-based food and drinks has found a prevalence of mycotoxins—naturally occurring poisonous compounds produced by fungi—in hundreds of vegetarian and vegan products. A total of ...

That first cup of coffee is pure bliss for those people needing their morning caffeine fix, whether it is prepared with milk, sugar or simply black. But how about a splash of mycotoxins? A new study ...

Mycotoxins are a group of low-molecular-weight compounds with a lot of diversity at their structures, which are mainly produced through the secondary metabolism of fungi. They are produced on ...

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 ...

Mycotoxins are hazardous substances produced by certain microorganisms called toxigenic fungi (moulds). One mould species may produce more than one type of mycotoxin, and a single mycotoxin may be ...

Let’s just say the results aren’t as scary as they sound. Reviewed by Dietitian Emily Lachtrupp, M.S., RD Some foods may be exposed to contaminants during growing, harvesting and storage. One category ...