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Hepatitis cases linked to turmeric supplements
ANSES (French Food Safety Authority) draws attention to dozens of cases of hepatitis related to the consumption of turmeric or curcumin dietary supplements.
Essential oils and nanoparticles for antimicrobial use
Currently, research is increasing on the use of plant-derived substances and essential oils against food pathogens, due to their antimicrobial effect. According to the current trend, chemical substances are used in the smallest possible amount, therefore essential oils can be suitable alternatives to chemical antimicrobial substances. Various beneficial effects can be achieved in combination with nanoparticles (e.g. controlled release of the active ingredient). Below is a short summary of the publications that have come to our attention on the subject.
New information on the dietary intake of toxic heavy metals – lead in particular
A recent Polish study has come to an interesting conclusion about the dietary intake of lead.
Increasing number of intoxications by the mushroom Chlorophyllum molybdites in Italy
The case was presented by the Member State representative at a meeting of EFSA's Emerging Risks Network (EREN).
Increasing geographical distribution of a leafhopper harmful to vines towards Western Europe
Initially discovered in Japan, the Asian leafhopper Arboridia kakogawana has been recently identified in Europe.
Expected geographical spread of Marburg virus disease
In July 2022 two fatal cases of Marburg virus disease (MVD) were reported from Ghana. This is the second time that the Marburg virus has been detected in West Africa. Guinea confirmed a single case in 2021.
Associations of Dietary Intake with Urinary Melamine and Derivative Concentrations among Children
Exposure to melamine and related compounds has been found to be widespread among the children studied, according to new research. Potential dietary contributors identified include consumption of red meat, certain high starch vegetables and yoghurt.
Tenebrio molitor larvae extract, as a novel preservative
The extract showed inhibitory activity against several harmful bacteria and fungi.
Subglacial mercury
A new study has reported very high dissolved mercury concentrations.
New evidence on the neuropathological mechanisms of BMAA
In 2022 January a new review was published by Australian and Iranian researchers in Neurotoxicity Research about the neuropathological mechanism of BMAA.