Total diet study

{
  "id": "MLC-T-CHM-012132",
  "term": "Total diet study",
  "field": "Chemistry",
  "definition": "A method used to assess dietary exposure to chemical contaminants and nutrients by analyzing representative food samples as consumed. This approach involves purchasing foods from retail outlets, preparing them as they would be eaten, and then analyzing their chemical composition. These studies provide data for risk assessment and public health monitoring.",
  "subject": "Chemistry and Human Health",
  "references": [
    "PAC, 2007, 79, 1153. 'Glossary of terms used in toxicology, 2nd edition (IUPAC Recommendations 2007)' on page 1324 (https://doi.org/10.1351/pac200779071153)"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/chemistry/total-diet-study/"
}