Food safety and food quality
Title:
Food safety and food quality
Author:
Hester, R. E. (Ronald E.)
ISBN:
9781847550897
Publication Information:
Cambridge, UK : Royal Society of Chemistry, c2001.
Physical Description:
xi, 166 p. : ill. ; 25 cm.
Series:
Issues in environmental science and technology, 15
Series Title:
Issues in environmental science and technology, 1350-7583 ; 15
Contents:
Assessing the safety of GM food crops / Safety and quality research priorities in the food industry / Biosolid recycling and food safety issues / Mad cows, demented humans and food / Natural and synthetic chemicals in the diet: a critical analysis of possible cancer hazards / MAFF food LINK research programmes / Sensory assessment of food qualities
Abstract:
The quality and safety of the food we eat attracts a great deal of publicity and is high on the list of public concerns. This highly emotive issue is discussed in this timely book, which brings together a group of experts to present up-to-date and balanced overviews on a wide range of topics including GM crops; hazardous microorganisms such as E. coli; the BSE/CJD problem; and cancer-causing chemicals, both natural and synthetic. Thought-provoking and of interest to a wide readership, this authoritative review will be welcomed by food scientists, legislators, government officials and advisors. Students of food science or environmental science will also find it essential reading.
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