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

• 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. 

Ämnesord

Agricultural and Veterinary sciences  (hsv)

Agricultural Science, Forestry and Fisheries  (hsv)

Food Science  (hsv)

Lantbruksvetenskap och veterinärmedicin  (hsv)

Lantbruksvetenskap, skogsbruk och fiske  (hsv)

Livsmedelsvetenskap  (hsv)

Genre

government publication  (marcgt)

Indexterm och SAB-rubrik

Aflatoxins

binding

food safety

biocontrol

food discipline