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One of the largest global produce importers recently failed a food safety test in China, and learned that chemicals were used to keep storage and transport cold. While the company is up with their response, there are questions about how Chinese regulators are testing foods for chemicals.
What is refrigeration and how does it work?
Refrigeration is a process used to keep food cold. It can be done with either mechanical or electronic systems. The most common type of refrigeration uses the air conditioner to cool the air. This is then circulated around the room and into the food. Refrigerators work by removing heat from the food.
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Foods shipped long distance
Foods are shipped long distance all the time, but what chemicals are used to ship food and what do they do?
The majority of chemicals used in the food industry come from two main sources: the production process and packaging. Production-related chemicals can include solvents, manufacturing oils and fats, and cleaning agents. Packaging-related chemicals can include BPA (Bisphenol A), phthalates, and perfumes.
When food is transported over long distances, it can be exposed to a range of different environmental conditions including extreme heat or cold, high or low humidity levels, and high or low pressure. This can lead to major disruptions to the chemical properties of foods, which can have serious consequences for human health.
Some of the most common effects of environmental exposure to chemical substances are: changes in blood sugar control, birth defects, cancer growth, altered immune function, liver damage, neurotoxicity (damage to nerve cells), reproductive problems and hormone disruption. In some cases these effects may only be seen after prolonged exposure; even short-term exposure has been linked with adverse health outcomes in certain cases.
It’s important for people who care about their health to be aware of the ways that environmental toxins can affect food supplies and how we as consumers should try to protect ourselves by eating organic foods whenever possible and avoiding processed foods made with unnecessary additives.
Environmental impact of long-distance refrigerated food transportation
The environmental impact of long-distance refrigerated food transportation is significant. Nearly all refrigerated food is transported over long distances by truck or train, using a variety of transportation chemicals.
Refrigerated trucks and trains use diesel fuel to power their engines. Diesel exhaust contains harmful chemicals, including nitrogen dioxide, which can cause respiratory problems, and particulate matter (PM), which can form unhealthy smog particles in the air.
Furthermore, coolants used in refrigeration systems release toxic water pollutants when they break down, including nitric acid, sulfuric acid, and mercury. All three pollutants can damage the environment and human health.
Conclusion
Nowadays, food is shipped all over the world on a regular basis. However, this process can sometimes be harmful to the environment and human health. In this article, we will explore some of the chemicals used to ship food long distances and their effects. We hope that by understanding what these chemicals are and how they work, you will be able to make more informed choices about where your food comes from and how it is delivered to you.