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Fungal secondary metabolites are biologically active small molecules produced by fungi not directly required for their primary life functions such as growth reproduction or energy production but synthesized to adapt to environmental conditions compete defend themselves or interact with other organisms. Properties of Fungal Secondary Metabolites Fungal secondary metabolites are low molecular weight compounds typically synthesized during specific developmental stages or under environmental stress

Aflatoxins are mycotoxins produced by fungal species such as Aspergillus flavus, Aspergillus parasiticus, and Aspergillus nomius. These toxins are commonly found in both animal feed and food products consumed by humans. Contamination can occur at all stages from crop cultivation through processing to consumption. Aflatoxins are frequently detected in peanuts, hazelnuts, corn, wheat, rice, cocoa, coffee, dried fruits, milk and dairy products, as well as spices such as red pepper, black pepper, gi