'Alternative facts' are now threatening our roast potatoes. Enough! | Dean Burnett
by Dean Burnett from on (#29XV3)
'Science' appears to say a lot of things. But in this post-truth 'alternative facts' world, constantly implying that all of science agrees can only be harmful
Today, British watchdogs have warned people that roast potatoes can cause cancer. The rationale seems to be that roast/burnt foods contain acrylamide, which is believed to be a carcinogen. Makes sense. But the actual science hasn't found any link between typical levels of acrylamide in the diet and cancer. And it's not for want of looking.
Related: What is the real cancer risk from eating roast potatoes or toast?
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