Some of Our Foods Have Nano Particles in Them–Should We Be Worried?

May 22, 2019

(The Conversation) – One nanometre is one billionth of a metre. Chemical and physical interactions at the nanoscale are way smaller than our eyes can see. Medicines, tiny sensors, fast computers and food science are all ways we can put nanotechnology to use. But some people are concerned nanoparticles may present health risks. Recently France announced one nanoscale food additive will be banned from 2020 due to a lack of evidence about its safety. Here’s what we know about nanotechnology in food.