Prevalence of mycotoxin contamination in different types of tea: a systematic review and meta-analysis

Key Points

• Mycotoxin contamination significantly affects various types of tea, raising health concerns.
• The review indicates an overall prevalence of mycotoxins in 45% of tea samples analyzed.
• Systematic review and meta-analysis were conducted on 30 studies, evaluating contamination across different tea types.
• These findings underscore the need for improved quality control in tea production to ensure consumer safety.