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Aflatoxin B1 (AFB1) is commonly found in feed ingredients and foods all over the world, posing a significant threat to food safety and public health in animals and humans. Lactobacillus salivarius (L. salivarius) was recorded to improve the intestinal health and performance of chickens.

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Decabrominated diphenyl ether (BDE-209), a persistent organic pollutant, is linked to a great number of health problems, the most severe of which impact the liver due to its role in the elimination and degradation of exogenous harmful substances. Though the hepatotoxicity of BDE-209 has been observed, its underlying mechanism is yet unknown. The purpose of this study is to thoroughly investigate the hepatotoxicity of BDE-209 and its molecular processes in broilers by subjecting 120 male broilers to varied concentrations of BDE-209 for 42 days.

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Article Synopsis
  • The study investigated how Decabromodiphenyl ether (BDE-209), a common flame retardant, accumulates in the tissues of broiler chickens, which may impact human health through consumption.
  • Blood and tissue samples were analyzed after administering BDE-209 to male broilers, revealing peak concentrations at 24 hours and slow elimination occurring over four weeks.
  • Results showed that BDE-209 accumulated more in the liver and fat than in muscle tissues, highlighting concerns about the safety of chicken products and their potential toxicity.
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Mycotoxins such as zearalenone (ZEN), deoxynivalenol (DON) and T-2 toxin (T-2) are the most poisonous biological toxins in food pollution. Mycotoxin contaminations are a global health issue. The aim of the current study was to use porcine Leydig cells as a model to explore the toxic effects and underlying mechanisms of ZEN, DON and T-2.

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