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Irradiation form new chemicals in food called radiolytic products.
Some are know carcinogens, such as benzene in irradiated beef. Others are unique to the irradiation process and remain unidentified and untested for safety. Irradiation also depletes essential vitamins and nutrients, including vitamins E, C, K, and B-complex. No studies have been to prove that a long-term diet of irradiated foods is safe. In addition, accidents at irradiation facilities, including radioactive leaks and worker exposure, have already endangered workers and the surrounding communities.