Irradiation (of Food)
Description
Food Irradiation is a somewhat controversial Food Preserving Method involving the use of various types of Ionizing Electromagnetic Radiation. Food Irradiation usually involves the use of Gamma Rays emitted by Cobalt-60 but sometimes utilizes X-Rays.
Health Benefits of Food Irradiation
Food Preservation
The Irradiation of Food may inhibit the proliferation of Detrimental Bacteria in Foods:
Food Irradiation suppresses Salmonella Bacteria.
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- Food Irradiation may Interfere with these Substances
- Amino Acids
- Carbohydrates
- Enzymes
- Vitamins
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