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FOOD TOXICOLOGY COURSE IDENTIFICATION AND APPLICATION INFORMATION

Code Name of the Course Unit Semester In-Class Hours (T+P) Credit ECTS Credit
BEY249 FOOD TOXICOLOGY 3 3 3 6

Objectives and Contents

Objectives: It's aimed to gain knowledge and attitudes regarding the toxic compounds that can be found in foods, their effects on human health, and the legal regulations related to these toxic compounds.
Content: Naturally occurring compounds in foods that may cause toxic effects, naturally occurring toxins of plant and animal origin, microorganism-related toxins, industrially and environmentally derived chemical contaminants, food toxicity, food additives, toxic compounds formed during food processing, food allergies and sensitivities, metabolism and elimination of toxic substances, food safety assessment.