Sunflower seeds found to be frequently contaminated with toxic mold
(Natural News) Sunflower seeds were found to be frequently contaminated with a hazardous toxin produced by molds, a recent study revealed. According to researchers at the Michigan State University, sunflower seeds showed high levels of aflatoxin, a toxic compounds produced by the fungi Aspergillus. Researchers said small farmers in Tanzania cultivate sunflowers for the seeds. These seeds were sold… |
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