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Risk Assessment in the Food Chain of Children
his volume presents objective guidelines for assessing the health risks of childhood exposure to food contaminants. Leading experts discuss the complex processes of characterizing hazards in the food chain, assessing exposures, and establishing acceptable intakes. Chapters examine the development of metabolic mechanisms for xenobiotics, the role of the gastrointestinal tract in handling such substances, the susceptibility of children to hepatic toxicity, and the neurologic consequences of perinatal exposure to PCBs and dioxins. Other topics covered include hazards in breast milk, management of pesticide risks in baby food manufacturing, bovine spongiform encephalopathy and public health, and assessment of novel food hazards"
Role of Trace Elements for Health Promotion and Disease Prevention
Trace elements are involved in almost every biochemical process in body cells, and inadequacy or unbalance of trace element supply consequently affects a number of physiological functions. Recently developed and improved analytical techniques have strongly contributed to an increased understanding of the role of trace elements for health and disease. This publication gives an excellent overview of the present knowledge concerning their significance in a number of conditions. The specific problems in evaluating trace element intakes and status are highlighted. An adequate nutrient supply is particularly important in periods of growth, especially for infants, children and pregnant women. Impro...
