You Don’t Know Where That’s Been
You know that expression you use when some kid puts something in his mouth, “You don’t know where that’s been?” Well it might have worked on kids because they’re stupid, but it really is a weak argument if you think about it. How many people can actually identify the origin of much of the food they eat?
Maybe the argument isn’t weak at all, but simply irrelevant in modern society. I know you can’t really compare object laying around to packaged food in a grocery store freezer. The object might be from a parallel universe for all you know, and the last thing you want to do is swallow a transdimensional object. The food actually has to follow regulations and list the ingredients.
Unless you grow your own food in an area you control, you just have to trust that the multiple companies behind the production of your food supply is responsible and follows the rules. Even then mistakes are made sometimes, but at least it’s safe to say that you probably won’t die after eating that next sandwich.
Anyway, maybe this is something to think about over your next meal… or not.