You need the Flash Player version 8.0.0.0 or higher and a JavaScript enabled browser to view this site

Food Safety in China

Related Article: Food Labels

Watch this video about food safety in China on HowStuffWorks. China has major problems with controlling illegal food production and safety; pet food and seafood, for example, have arrived at Chinese stores with dangerous pesticides and mercury levels. See how food safety controls work in this news video from Reuters.

browse videos in food processing

GTRI: Agricultural Technology Research Center (2:08)

The food industry is one of Georgia's largest manufacturing sectors. Farmers and food processors have a dire need to control their procedures more precisely and also to meet the quality needs that their customers are expecting. New imaging systems... More »

How Palmieri Spaghetti Sauce is Made (9:08)

Watch this video to see how spaghetti sauce is made on HowStuffWorks. In 1920, Anna Palmieri's famous sauce became the first commercially available spaghetti sauce in the United States. Today Palmieri Food Products (www.palmierifoods.com) has become... More »

FDA Looks Into Food Contamination (0:56)

Watch this video about food contamination on HowStuffWorks. FDA officials said they would inspect imports of six grain products used for traces of melamine, a chemical thought to have killed and sickened cats and dogs. Melamine, which is used in... More »

Food Safety in China (1:24)

Watch this video about food safety in China on HowStuffWorks. China has major problems with controlling illegal food production and safety; pet food and seafood, for example, have arrived at Chinese stores with dangerous pesticides and mercury... More »

Food Irradiation (1:16)

Dr. Ruth Kava of the American Council on Science and Health argues that irradiating food could safely kill pathogens and prevent more outbreaks of sometimes-deadly food poisoning.

recently added

How It's Made: Bread (5:05)

Go behind the scenes of a modern factory making an ancient product. Learn more about food production in this video.

Yerba Mate (1:56)

From the archives of Discovery: With less caffeine and acidity than coffee, yerba mate is a perfect alternative. Learn more about yerba mate and coffee.

Homemade Pesto (1:46)

From the archives of Discovery: Spice up your pasta with some tasty, easy-to-make pesto. Learn more about homemade pesto.

Vegan Cake (3:03)

From the archives of Discovery: Learn to make a delicious cake with no animal or dairy products. Check out this video for more information on vegan cakes and vegan cooking.

Organic Snack on the Beach (1:45)

From the archives of Discovery: What exactly makes food 'organic?' Learn more about organic food.

How SPAM Works (1:34)

SPAM is one of the world's most famous and easily recognized foods. Learn more about SPAM in this video from HowStuffWorks.

How Vegetarians Work (2:58)

Many people are realizing the benefits of vegetarianism and giving up meat for good! Learn more about vegetarianism in this HowStuffWorks video.

How Vegans Work (1:35)

While vegetarians may still eat some animal products, vegans go a step furthe. Learn more about vegans and veganism in this HowStuffWorks video.

How Twinkies Work (1:03)

Hostess makes over 500 million Twinkies a year. Find out more about Twinkies in this video from HowStuffWorks.com.

How Vitamin Drinks Work (2:03)

Many drinks claim to be fortified with extra vitamins and minerals? Are they worth the cost? Find out in this HowStuffWorks video.