Publications by authors named "Idah Tichaidza Manduna"
The use of medicinal plants in the management of microbial infections is significant to the health of the indigenous people in many Angolan communities. The present study provides a comprehensive overview of medicinal plants used for the management of microbial infections in Angola. Relevant information was extracted from research articles published and associated with the use of medicinal plants in the management of microbial infections in Angola (from January 1976 to November 2023).
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- The study used advanced technology to analyze 34 medicinal plant samples for multiple mycotoxins, finding a 30% positive contamination rate, particularly with Aflatoxin B1, Ochratoxin A, and various Fumonisins.
- The levels of Aflatoxin B1 exceeded safety limits, indicating potential health risks, and the need for regular monitoring and regulation to ensure consumer safety.