Solanine is a glycoalkaloid toxin found in potatoes, especially when they are green or sprouted, and can cause gastrointestinal and neurological disorders if consumed in high amounts.
Phytohemagglutinin is a toxin found in raw or undercooked legumes, particularly kidney beans, which can cause hemolytic anemia and other symptoms if ingested in large amounts.
Aflatoxins are produced by certain species of fungi, such as Aspergillus flavus and Aspergillus parasiticus, and can contaminate crops like peanuts, corn, and tree nuts.
Nutritional toxicology focuses on the study of harmful effects that chemicals present in food can have on human health.
Hypervitaminosis A is a condition that occurs when there is an excessive intake of vitamin A, leading to symptoms such as liver damage, headaches, and blurred vision.