Daniela Marin

1. IntroductionAlternaria fungi are plant pathogens that can damage field crops or can cause crop spoilage after harvesting, leading to significant economic losses [1]. They are also common allergens in humans and cause severe allergic reactions [2]. Additionally, the molds of the Alternaria genus are able to produce mycotoxins that represent a threat to food safety  since some of them have b ...

1. IntroductionThe gut is constantly exposed to potentially harmful contaminants from food or feed, such as mycotoxins [1]. Aflatoxin B1 is a mycotoxin produced by different species of fungi, especially Aspergillus flavus and A. parasiticus [2]. AFB1 is a potent carcinogen in humans and animals [3] and, for this reason, was classified in Group 1 of human carcinogens on the basis of toxicological d ...