Computational Methods for the Identification of Molecular Targets of Toxic Food Additives. Butylated Hydroxytoluene as a Case Study

Computational Methods for the Identification of Molecular Targets of Toxic Food Additives. Butylated Hydroxytoluene as a Case Study

Butylated hydroxytoluene (BHT) is one of the most commonly used synthetic antioxidants in food, cosmetic, pharmaceutical and petrochemical products. BHT is considered safe for human health; however, its widespread use together with the potential toxicological effects have increased consumers concern...

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Main Authors: Valentina Tortosa, Valentina Pietropaolo, Valentina Brandi, Gabriele Macari, Andrea Pasquadibisceglie, Fabio Polticelli
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2020-05-01
Series:Molecules
Subjects:
reverse screening
molecular docking
butylated hydroxytoluene
food additives
synthetic phenolic antioxidants
side effects
Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/1420-3049/25/9/2229

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