The Centre for Food Safety has released a report showing a low public health risk posed by mycotoxins, a naturally-occurring chemical produced by moulds.
The First Hong Kong Total Diet Study's seventh report, released today, found exposure to five types of mycotoxins is low and unlikely to threaten public health.
Diet is the main source of exposure, and crops under environmental stress or attacked by insects are susceptible to mould infestation, which could produce mycotoxins.
The centre reminded the public to maintain a balanced and varied diet. It also said people should avoid consuming mouldy or damaged food, that ingredients should be sourced from reliable suppliers, and that food should be stored properly to minimise mould contamination.
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