تأثير الإشعاع المؤين على الملوثات البيولوجية للأغذية

Abstract EN

In last years, the increase in consumer attention about fresh food has raised the interest in preservation methods, i.e, ionizing radiation (IR).

This IR process uses high-voltage electron beams, X–rays and gamma rays to ensure food safety and quality.

IR is an effective method to eliminate, or considerably reduce, food-borne microorganisms, parasites, insects, and other pests in the treated products.

Irradiation of food must not be confused with contamination of food by radioactive materials, which themselves emit radiations that may harm consumers.

However, controversies are surrounding the use of IR in food industry.

In conclusion, IR can be used, at acceptable doses, as a control method in preserving food safety