PETALING JAYA: Malaysian consumers, like those anywhere in the world, have had to deal with the occasional food recalls.
In the past, there were instances involving peanut butter, eggs, ice cream and soya sauce, among others.
Nutrition Society of Malaysia president Dr Tee E Siong said consumers are generally unable to detect chemical contaminants in food or excessive use of food additives. Tee said food producers must adhere to these regulations and stay informed of any changes to the rules. “We rely on the Food Safety and Quality Division of the Health Ministry to collect samples from the shelves and test them in the laboratory regularly and have a surveillance programme carried out systematically,” he added.
He noted that pesticide residues on food products including fruits and vegetables can cause severe health issues if it is consumed in large quantities. “Artificial sweeteners, flavourings and preservatives, for example, can have health effects if consumed in large quantities.He cited acrylamide, a chemical that occurs naturally in some food when cooked at high temperatures such as frying or baking, may lead to cancer.
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