ECOLOGICAL BIOCHEMISTRY - Study Guide - V. M. Isaenko 2005

Chapter 7. EFFECT OF MUSHROOM POISONS ON HUMANS

The toxic properties of mushrooms have been known since ancient times. In Europe, there are approximately 80 species of poisonous mushrooms, of which about 20 are highly toxic. These include, in particular, amanital mushrooms of the genus Amanita.

The Nature of poisoning is determined primarily by The chemical composition of mushroom toxins. The consequences of Mushroom poisoning also depend on The amount of mushrooms consumed, as well as the health status and age of the victim, among other factors.

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