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Kabak, Bulent; Dobson, Alan D. W.
2017
January
Critical Reviews In Food Science and Nutrition
Mycotoxins in spices and herbs - an update
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Brazilian black pepper Aflatoxin B-1 levels Essential oils Ochratoxin-A Aspergillus-Flavus Toxigenic fungi Antifungal activity Natural occurrence Liquid-chromatography Chemical-composition Spice Herbs Mycotoxins Aflatoxins Ochratoxin A
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Spices and herbs have been used since ancient times as flavor and aroma enhancers, colorants, preservatives, and traditional medicines. There are more than 30 spices and herbs of global economic and culinary importance. Among the spices, black pepper, capsicums, cumin, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, turmeric, saffron, coriander, cloves, dill, mint, thyme, sesame seed, mustard seed, and curry powder are the most popular spices worldwide. In addition to their culinary uses, a number of functional properties of aromatic herbs and spices are also well described in the scientific literature. However, spices and herbs cultivated mainly in tropic and subtropic areas can be exposed to contamination with toxigenic fungi and subsequently mycotoxins. This review provides an overview on the mycotoxin risk in widely consumed spices and aromatic herbs.
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1040-8398
10.1080/10408398.2013.772891
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