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History of Food Irradiation
History of Food Irradiation (not verified)June 28, 2017Research on food irradiation dates back to the turn of the century. The first U.S. and British patents were issued for use of ionizing radiation...
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Consumer Acceptance of Food Irradiation
Consumer Acceptance of Food Irradiation (not verified)June 28, 2017Consumer attitude and marketing studies show that, given information about irradiation, half or more will choose irradiated foods. A...
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How is Food Irradiation Regulated?
How is Food Irradiation Regulated? (not verified)June 28, 2017Use of irradiation on foods requires the approval of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). USDA's Food Safety and Inspection...
View ArticleMyths about Food Irradiation
Myths about Food Irradiation (not verified)June 28, 2017Irradiation offers health and convenience benefits for the public; however misconceptions about the process and its impact on people and the...
View ArticleWho Opposes Food Irradiation and Why?
Who Opposes Food Irradiation and Why? (not verified)June 28, 2017Two groups are known to oppose food irradiation, Food and Water Inc, located in Vermonth and Public Citizen, located in Washington...
View ArticleWho Recommends Food Irradiation?
Who Recommends Food Irradiation? (not verified)June 28, 2017American Medical AssociationAmerican Dietetic AssociationAmerican Council on Science and HealthCenters for Disease ControlCouncil for...
View ArticleWhat Foods Can Be Irradiated?
What Foods Can Be Irradiated? (not verified)June 28, 2017FoodDose Permitted (kGy)Purpose of IrradiationAstronaut food45+ kGySafety, qualitySpices30 kGyControl illness-causing micro-organismsRed...
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Why should I care about irradiated food?
Why should I care about irradiated food? (not verified)June 28, 2017Irradiation improves food saftey and quality. Even though the food supply has achieved a high level of safety, hazards exist. The...
View ArticleWhat's New in Food Irradiation
What's New in Food Irradiation (not verified)June 28, 2017Three Electron Beam facilities under construction.An irradiation facility using e-beam technology (see How Irradiation Works) in Sioux City...
View ArticleFood Irradiation Facts
Food Irradiation Facts (not verified)June 28, 2017Food irradiation has been identified as a safe technology with numerous advantages for the consumer and the agricultural industry.Irradiation can...
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