Ruia: Researchers from Sechenov Medical University in Ruia, alongside colleagues from China, Brazil, and the United States, have conducted a comprehensive analysis of laboratory data concerning the T-2 mycotoxin. This toxin is produced by the Fusarium fungus and affects grain crops, particularly when stored under humid conditions. The T-2 mycotoxin can enter the human body through contaminated bread and other food products.

According to Qatar News Agency, the study revealed that the T-2 toxin, a toxic compound secreted by the Fusarium fungus, has a destructive impact on cartilage tissues. This discovery is significant as it suggests a direct link to the development of Kashin-Beck disease, a chronic osteochondropathy. The disease predominantly affects regions with selenium-deficient soil, where grain contamination is common.

The researchers highlighted that selenium deficiency exacerbates the harmful effects of the T-2 toxin. This finding supports the recommendation to incorporate selenium-fortified nutritional supplements into the diets of populations residing in the affected areas, as a potential mitigating measure against the toxin's adverse impact.