Pyrrolizidine Alkaloids: Chemistry, Pharmacology, Toxicology and Food Safety

Pyrrolizidine alkaloids (PA) are widely distributed in plants throughout the world, frequently in species relevant for human consumption. Apart from the toxicity that these molecules can cause in humans and livestock, PA are also known for their wide range of pharmacological properties, which can be...

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Main Authors: Rute Moreira, David M. Pereira, Patrícia Valentão, Paula B. Andrade
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2018-06-01
Series:International Journal of Molecular Sciences
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Online Access:http://www.mdpi.com/1422-0067/19/6/1668