Ergot
Description
Ergot is a type of Detrimental Fungus that is regarded as a Mycotoxin (due to it synthesizing toxic Ergot Alkaloids).
Toxic Effects of Ergot
Digestive System
Ergot is responsible for a type of Food Poisoning called Ergotism (due it producing toxic Ergot Alkaloids).
Dietary Sources of Ergot
Cereal Grains
Bread made from Rye, Triticale or Wheat that has been attacked by the Ergot toxin.
Recreational Drugs
LSD is manufactured from the Ergot Alkaloids produced by Ergot.
Smart Drugs
Bromocriptine is manufactured from the Ergot Alkaloids produced by Ergot.
Hydergine is manufactured from the Ergot Alkaloids produced by Ergot.
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