Which of the following statements about food irradiation is false?
A. It is also called cold pasteurization
B. It causes food to be slightly radioactive
C. It is considered a food additive
D. It is used to destroy pathogens and increase shelf life
Ans: B. It causes food to be slightly radioactive
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b. The increased use of added sugars by food manufacturers is the cause of obesity. c. Sugar contributes to obesity when it's overconsumption is part of overall excessive energy intake. d. Sugar is converted directly to fat as soon as it is consumed. e. Sugar is much less important in the development of obesity than the lack of adequate exercise.