The impact of Food Industry on Human Health and Environment
Abstract
The food industry has evolved rapidly in the last few decades, becoming essential to our daily lives. However, the consequences of the industry’s growth have not been entirely positive for human health. The use of preservatives in food, high levels of sodium and sugar, heavy metals, artificial flavors, and colors, trans fats, pesticides and plastic residues have all been identified as harmful components in food.
Fields of Study & Subjects
Dye analysis and toxicity
Melamine detection and toxicity
Heavy Metals in Plants
Publication details
- Pages
- 374–419
- Publication date
- 8 January 2026
- Language
- EN
- Document type
- Book chapter