Mycotoxins as Endocrine Disruptors – An Emerging Threat

Elsevier Reference Collection in Life SciencesZearalenone and alternariol are mycotoxins produced by Fusarium and Alternaria species, respectively, that present estrogenic activity and are considered endocrine disruptors. These mycotoxins are present in a variety of food commodities and the human exposure could be of concern due to the associated health effects. This article intends to gather and systematize key information regarding these mycotoxins considered EDCs.National Institute of Health Dr. Ricardo Jorge, Lisbon, Portugal; University of Aveiro, Aveiro, Portugal; and NOVA University Lisbon ,Lisbon, Portugal Ghent University, Ghent, BelgiumN/