Toxins in food

We want to make sure the food we eat is good for us. However, the science shows us that there is no escaping a little bit of poison. Many commonly eaten foods contain naturally occurring toxins and others contain toxins due to farming and food processing practices. With careful consideration of risks versus benefits we can ensure our food is safe to eat. Safety standards also protect us, but a change in culture or politics could alter the idea of what is acceptable.