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    • 12/26/2008
    • Grocery Manufacturers Association

    Perchlorate: A Guide for Consumers, Policymakers and the Media

    The Grocery Manufacturers Association, which represents the world's leading food, beverage and consumer products companies, has developed a comprehensive report on the issue of perchlorate in food. The report clearly shows that current levels of perchlorate found in food do not pose a health risk to consumers, including pregnant women. The report is thorough and details scientific data resulting from years of research on perchlorate.


    • 3/15/2005
    • Dr. Nancy Nagle

    Scientific Summary of Perchlorate Research

    In an effort to learn more about perchlorate and any potential health risks, the Alliance for Food and Farming conducted a review of existing scientific research on the health impacts of perchlorate. Attached here is a short summary of the findings from this research.


    • 3/15/2005
    • Dr. Nancy Nagle, Marilyn Duman, M.S.

    Perchlorate Research Review

    The Alliance for Food and Farming commissioned a team of scientists to review all available research concerning the issue of perchlorate and human health. This report is a detailed list of available research.