Irradiation of food can effectively reduce or eliminate pathogens and spoilage microorganisms while maintaining wholesomeness and sensory quality. Selection of appropriate treatment conditions can minimize or prevent objectionable changes in food quality. Methods to detect foods that have been irradiated are becoming internationally accepted. When informed of the benefits of irradiation, consumers are willing to purchase irradiated foods, even at higher cost. mind, that the same substance that provides a smoky flavor and appetizing color is playing an important role in food safety and public health.
Subject:
food safety foodborne illness food irradiation cold pasteurization
Material : biotech
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