A discussion of food safety including the problem of unsafe substances in natural foods, and benefit risk determination in relation to food additives. (BB)

Animal foods are not only rich in nutrition but also are a source of many by-products which otherwise would not be used for human food. (PS)

How pesticides, polychlorinated biphenyls, and heavy metals might get into poultry meat or eggs is reviewed. Several case studies where chemicals were found in poultry products are discussed. It can be concluded that the poultry industry is striving and generally succeeding in producing safe and nutritious meat and eggs. (Author/EB)