Batata frita, p�o e caf�: o que a Anvisa diz sobre acrilamida, associada a risco de c�ncer, nos alimentos

The dark crust on toasted bread, fries, and other baked goods can signal higher levels of acrylamide, a chemical linked to cancer and neurological damage. The Anvisa has issued new guidelines to minimize consumer exposure to this harmful compound, affecting restaurants and food manufacturers. This move is crucial as acrylamide is increasingly found in common foods, raising public health concerns and prompting changes in food preparation and processing to protect consumers from potential long-term health risks.