Ochratoxin A negatively impacts a significant number of pathways related to detoxification, oxidative stress, heme biosynthesis, and iron regulation. Research has shown that many commonly available compounds can help counteract these negative effects.

Ochratoxin A is a ubiquitous mold toxin (mycotoxin), and it is present in relatively low amounts in grains, nuts, legumes, teas, coffees, and root vegetables. Because it is also commonly found in water damaged buildings, and it is one of the most frequently recovered toxins in urine-based mycotoxin testing from Mosaic, Real Time Labs, and Vibrant America. It is linked to organ damage, neuroinflammation, and oxidative stress.