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Is it safe to eat food or drink liquids that have gone through an xray security scanner (e.g. at the airport)?

Q: is it safe to eat food or drink liquids that have gone through an xray security scanner (e.g. at the airport)?

: There is no data suggesting these scanners alter the cited foods in any way.

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Dr. James Ferguson answered

There is no data suggesting these scanners alter the cited foods in any way.

Answered 5/4/2023

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Dr. Andrew Seibert answered

Specializes in Gastroenterology

Yes, there should be no problem eating food or liquid that has gone through the x-ray machines.

Answered 5/9/2023

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A member asked:

Is it safe to eat food or drink liquids that have gone through an xray security scanner (e.g. at the airport)?

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