Tag: Radiation in food

According to the World Health Organization, decades of research have confirmed that food irradiation is a safe and effective processing method that does not make food radioactive. This fact helps clarify one of the most persistent myths surrounding our food supply and the often misunderstood topic of radiation.

While trace amounts of the man-made radioactive isotope caesium-137 can be found in the environment due to past nuclear incidents and weapons testing, recent events have highlighted its potential for localized contamination in food. Understanding how this isotope enters the food supply and the safety measures in place is crucial for consumer peace of mind.