News tagged with 'Irradiation'

The FDA has approved the use of ionizing radiation for fresh spinach and iceberg lettuce, saying the technique can help control harmful bacteria and other pathogens such as E. coli and salmonella.

The U.S. Department of Agriculture recently announced that irradiated meat will soon be available to more than 25 million children participating in the National School Lunch Program. During irradiation, foods are exposed briefly to a radiant energy source, such as gamma rays or electron beams, within a shielded facili

Publix announced this week that starting early next year, the supermarket chain will begin to sell irradiated beef and chicken at 700 of its stores in the Southeast. According to a Publix spokesperson, consumers have become increasingly cautious when purchasing beef and chicken products because of concerns over harmfu

The Federal government's effort to ensure the safety of America's mail has resulted in a harmful side effect. Postal workers exposed to irradiated mail at offices in the Washington, D.C area are becoming sick. Employees have complained of nosebleeds, respiratory problems, migraine headaches, nausea, and runny eyes ac