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the fight against poison in corn
Biology

the fight against poison in corn

Increasing the use of corn for food and fuel production is raising a concern about pollution related to aflatoxin deadly toxins in this staple grain. Pollutant is a type…

December 17, 2018
Climate change increases toxins in food
Environment

Climate change increases toxins in food

Due to struggling to survive in extreme weather conditions, some food plants can produce many toxins harmful to humans and pets.

December 16, 2018
Chopsticks mold: Assassin causes cancer
Medicine - Health

Chopsticks mold: Assassin causes cancer

Chopsticks are a common item in every family but few people know how to preserve them. If bacteria are hidden, they will cause diarrhea, infections, and even cancer.

December 15, 2018
Detection of carcinogens in milk
Medicine - Health

Detection of carcinogens in milk

The China Quality Supervision Agency has detected a high content of aflatoxin (increasing the risk of cancer) in the milk product of Mengniu Dairy Group (China).

December 14, 2018