Sorry for any confusion. A spokeswoman for Odwalla in Half Moon Bay, Calif., declined to comment Thursday on the lawsuit or how many other actions have been taken against the company. That wonderful Fall taste of fresh apple cider can be preserved without concern for possible E. Coli contamination by treatment throughthe process of irradiation.
Irradiation is a safe and efficient process for electronically pasteurizing food and other products.
The energy electronically destroys any pathogenic bacteria which may be present. Because irradiation is a cold process, flavor and nutrient losses are much less than cooking. Tests this week at processing levels previously shown to be sufficient to eliminate E. Coli show no negative effects on product taste, texture or quality. NHT will be the second facility in the US dedicated to irradiation of primarily food products. Food Technology Service was the first.