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Why is aluminium contained in food? - Keganhirl - 11-26-2021
Since aluminium is naturally the third most common element in the earth's crust, it is even found in unprocessed foods. In addition, some aluminium compounds are used as food additives. Additional sources are food packaging and cooking utensils made of aluminium from which aluminium ions can be transferred to food.