Fungi & Associated Myotoxins

Mycotoxins are a toxic secondary metabolite produced by fungi. The adverse health effects of mycotoxins range from acute poisoning to long-term effects such as immune deficiency and cancer. The term 'mycotoxin' is usually reserved for, but not limited to the toxic chemical products produced by fungi that readily colonize crops. Below is a list of some specific types of fungi and their associated mycotoxins.