How does irradiation affect foods?
Despite some of the myths you may have heard, food irradiation does not change the nutritional value of the food or make it dangerous to consume. Some foods may be slightly warmed by the process and others may taste somewhat different. (Imagine the difference in taste between pasteurized and unpasteurized milk).Afterwards, irradiated foods can be stored, handled, and cooked in exactly the same way as unirradiated food.
