From the chinese press

How to ensure food safety

Frequent food safety scandals have spread panic among many consumers. Since food items like dyed steamed buns and meat powder have food additives, some people consider their use to be at the root of all the problems, says an article in Xinmin Evening News. Excerpts:

People's misunderstanding about food additives can be attributed to their lack of proper knowledge. In fact, food additives have played an important role in the development of the food industry, and the modern food industry cannot survive without them.