29.10.2024 10:11
As the Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry updates its list of "Counterfeit or Adulterated Foods," new scandals continue to emerge. In the tulum cheeses sold online, the component natamycin, known for its use in eye medications and its effectiveness against fungal infections, has been detected.
The Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry continues its unhealthy food disclosures that started in October. In the updated list, the component natamycin, known for its effectiveness against fungal infections and used in eye medications, was detected in products sold online as 'tulum cheese'.
PREVENTS FUNGAL GROWTH IN CHEESES
This substance, effective against eye fungi, also helps cheeses maintain an unspoiled appearance for a long time. Experts recommend not consuming suspected foods and remind that complaints can be made by calling the ALO 174 hotline for such products.
WHAT IS NATAMYCIN?
Natamycin is an antifungal substance widely used in the food industry, especially in dairy products. It has been stated in the list of counterfeit-adulterated products published by the Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry that products containing this substance may pose a health risk.
The substance can cause allergic reactions such as rashes, swelling, and itching in sensitive individuals. Long-term and high-dose consumption can lead to disruption of the intestinal flora, complications in the digestive system, and stomach disorders.
Natamycin is a commonly used antifungal in dairy products like cheese and yogurt, as well as in deli products. It prevents the growth of mold and yeast in the food it is used in. Thus, while the shelf life of the products is extended, the spoilage of food and the development of mold are also prevented. The substance, which is also used in the pharmaceutical industry, can be included in medications as an effective method for treating certain fungal diseases in humans.