The concentration of potentially toxic elements (PTEs) in the coffee products: a systematic review and meta-analysis

Khaneghah, Amin Mousavi; Mahmudiono, Trias; Javanmardi, Fardin; Tajdar-Oranj, Behrouz; Nematollahi, Amene; Pirhadi, Mohadeseh; Fakhri, Yadolah

doi:10.1007/s11356-022-23110-9

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“…To the best of our knowledge, this is the first study that evaluated the microbial contamination of both internal and external surfaces of coffee vending machines in Italy. Several studies around the world have been conducted on coffee contamination only, focusing on the search for chemical parameters [ 12 , 13 ].…”

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Preliminary Investigation on Hygienic-Sanitary Quality of Food Vending Machines

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Marcotrigiano²,

D’Ambrosio

et al. 2023

IJERPH

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The consumption of hot drinks dispensed from vending machines has become a common practice, both in workplaces and during free time. Every day, millions of bulk drinks are sold, but the quality of the products distributed may not always be guaranteed, as it is related to many factors such as the quality of the water, the raw materials used, and the effectiveness of the equipment’s cleaning system. The purpose of this study is to evaluate the hygienic-sanitary requirements of hot drinks and vending machine surfaces. The investigation highlighted the microbial contamination of both coffee and vending machine surfaces. Although the ”coffee break” is usually considered a moment of pleasure, apparently not subject to specific jurisdiction, the products dispensed can represent a health risk if the hygienic conditions are not fully respected. Therefore, official controls carried out by the Prevention Department represent a suitable way for evaluating and guaranteeing the hygienic-sanitary requirements, providing for corrective actions, when needed, to protect consumers.

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confidence: 99%