New paper on nano food packaging emphasises need for regulation

New paper on nano food packaging emphasises need for regulation

A new paper that reviews the scientific literature regarding the migration of nanomaterials from packaging into food has called into question Food Standards Australia New Zealand (FSANZ)’s decision not to assess the migration of nanomaterials from packaging into food...
New study finds nanomaterials affect human gut microflora

New study finds nanomaterials affect human gut microflora

A new study has found that metal oxide nanomaterials, such as titanium dioxide (TiO2), which is widely used in food, lollies, sunscreens and other cosmetics, “caused nonlethal, significant changes” to the microbial community in human gut. The scientists raised...