Nitrosamines in food

Abstract

Imagine everyday products like food, cosmetics, or even drinking water containing hidden chemicals with the potential to cause cancer. This is the unsettling reality behind nitrosamines - a group of compounds quietly forming in the things we use daily. Found in everything from processed meats to other consumer products, nitrosamines have sparked concern among scientists and regulators alike. As more is uncovered about their presence and health risks, the urgency to understand and reduce exposure to these harmful substances becomes clear. [excerpt]