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Konzo [1] [2] is an epidemic paralytic disease occurring among hunger-stricken rural populations in Africa where a diet dominated by insufficiently processed cassava [3] results in simultaneous malnutrition and high dietary cyanide intake.
They are found in a wide variety of organic substances, including "mature fruits and vegetables", [2] jellies, syrups, leather, bread, peanuts, and tobacco. They are multicellular. Some Rhizopus species are opportunistic human pathogens that often cause fatal disease called mucormycosis. This widespread genus includes at least eight species. [3 ...
Plum pox, also known as sharka, is the most devastating viral disease of stone fruit from the genus Prunus.The disease is caused by the plum pox virus (PPV), and the different strains may infect a variety of stone fruit species including peaches, apricots, plums, nectarine, almonds, and sweet and tart cherries.
Fungal diseases; Alternaria spot and fruit rot Alternaria alternata: Armillaria crown and root rot (shoestring crown and root rot) Armillaria mellea Rhizomorpha subcorticalis [anamorph] Brown rot blossom and twig blight and fruit rot Monilinia fructicola Monilinia laxa. Ceratocystis canker Ceratocystis fimbriata: Cytospora canker Cytospora ...
Miscellaneous diseases and disorders; Abnormal ripening Incorrect O 2:CO 2 ratios in storage or fruit waxing. Algal leaf spot = red rust Cephaleuros virescens Kunze Black tip Post-harvest disorder of unknown cause Brushing damage Excessive post-harvest brush polishing of fruit Bunchy top Unknown cause Chilling injury
Paralytic shellfish poisoning, or PSP, happens after consuming shellfish contaminated with saxitoxin, which can cause gastrointestinal distress, neurological symptoms, and a sensation of ...
Experts agree that a diet rich in fruits and veggies is the way to go. Fruits can provide essential nutrients, fiber and a host of other health benefits. If you enjoy fruits frequently, that's great.
One of the less common plantain diseases is exostentialis clittellus referred to by most plantain and banana farmers as "segmented banana". This is a result of the peel forming tiny inter-fruit membranes which cause the banana to appear as though it has been sliced before it is peeled.