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Inhibitory effect of Cynara cardunculus L. extract on aflatoxin B1 production by Aspergillus parasiticus in sesame (Sesamum indicum L.)

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Pages 1270-1279 | Received 18 Feb 2016, Accepted 24 Jun 2016, Published online: 03 Nov 2016
 

ABSTRACT

Aflatoxin B1 has been considered as the most potent liver carcinogen for humans. One factor that stimulates the production of aflatoxins in oilseed products, such as sesame seeds and their products is the presence of high levels of fatty acids. This work presents further evidence that sesame is a favorable substrate for aflatoxin B1 production by Aspergillus parasiticus. Moreover, the use of wild artichoke (Cynara cardunculus L.) extract was examined showing inhibition of aflatoxin B1 production in both sesame and yeast extract sucrose medium, inoculated with A. parasiticus. More specifically, the inhibition of aflatoxin B1 production by A. parasiticus in sesame seeds paste was 99.6% and in yeast extract sucrose medium it was 99.4%.

Funding

This work was supported in part by the University of Athens, Special Account for Research Grants (11400).

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Funding

This work was supported in part by the University of Athens, Special Account for Research Grants (11400).

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