Toxikologie für alle

What you need to know about toxic substances, their effects, and assessment: Two experienced toxicologists explain in an easily understandable way when a substance becomes harmful. The focus is on the general principles of toxicological investigation and assessment of harmful substances, as well as the resulting recommendations for action. Using well-known examples from recent years, including the herbicide glyphosate and the insecticide fipronil, both of which have been detected in food, it is explained how specific health risks are identified based on toxicological data and methods, and what measures can be derived to protect health. The application of toxicological methods for assessing health risks is illustrated with everyday examples, ranging from food to cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, and household products. A compact yet well-founded introduction to an important and often controversially discussed topic - for anyone who wants to understand toxins and their effects on humans and the environment.