Fungal Metabolites in Human Health and Diseases—An Overview
Manal Esheli, Bathini Thissera, Hesham R. El‐Seedi, Mostafa E. Rateb
Abstract
Fungi produce a wide range of secondary metabolites. Some of these metabolites are toxic to humans and cause various health disorders, ranging from acute poisoning to chronic diseases. Contrary to this, some fungal metabolites are valuable sources in therapeutics, such as penicillin. Herein, researchers briefly highlight the role played by different fungal metabolites in human health and diseases and give an overview of the most common fungal genera.
Topics & Concepts
Human healthPenicillinBiologyMedicineMicrobiologyEnvironmental healthAntibioticsMycotoxins in Agriculture and FoodMicrobial Natural Products and BiosynthesisPlant Pathogens and Fungal Diseases