Mycotoxins in Beer

This paper presents a systematic review and meta-analysis of the prevalence and concentration of Ochratoxin A (OTA), a potential carcinogen, in beer worldwide. The study analyzed data from thirty papers, finding a pooled OTA prevalence in beer of 50.60%. The countries with the highest levels of OTA in beer were South Africa, Slovakia, Portugal, Tunisia, and Greece. However, the prevalence of OTA in beer has been decreasing over time, though not significantly. The study also assessed health risks, finding that only consumers in South Africa and Slovakia face unacceptable non-carcinogenic risks due to OTA in beer. The authors recommend improved control of the quality of raw materials, particularly barley, during storage and processing in these two countries.REFERENCE:Fakhri Y, Ranaei V, Pilevar Z, Belaia OF, Kolaeva NV, Sarafraz M, Mousavi Khaneghah A. Prevalence and concentration of Ochratoxin A in beer: A global systematic review, meta-analysis, and health risk assessment.. Food science & nutrition 12(11):8503-8514. 2024 Nov DOI: 10.1002/fsn3.4456 PMID: 39619990. https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1002/fsn3.4456Content curated by: Dr. Cameron Jones, PhD Public Health Expert, Fungal Biologist, and Science Communicator CEO of Biological Health Services, a consultancy and lab specializing in indoor air quality. Adjunct Faculty at the National Institute of Integrative Medicine, Australia. Founder, BioMedix & House of Pot, Bangkok For more insights on public health and cutting-edge research, visit drcameronjones.com and drcameronjones.tv This podcast is part of an innovative science communication initiative powered by Google's Notebook LM, an AI-driven tool that helps bring complex research to life by creating dynamic conversations and easily digestible summaries. Stay tuned for more engaging discussions at the intersection of science, health, and wellness. Get full access to Science Exposed at www.drcameronjones.ai/subscribe