Valorization of Whey Permeate Through Kefir Fermentation: Aflatoxin B1 Binding and Cytoprotective Effects
Aflatoxin B1 (AFB1), a potent carcinogenic metabolite produced by Aspergillus flavus and A. parasiticus, constitutes a significant threat to food safety. Conventional decontamination methods are costly or ineffective. Biological detoxification has emerged as a promising alternative. Kefir, a fermented milk beverage, co...