Brilliant! New Plate Will Display Food’s Radiation Levels

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http://www.reuters.com/article/2011/05/16/idUS263254892820110516



All those worried about radiation levels in seafood (at home or while traveling) after the disaster in Japan can breathe a sigh of relief: their sushi is safe.
Well, at least they can tell if it has too much radiation in it, according to TreeHugger. All thanks to a new plate from designer Nils Ferber.

Although it’s not yet on the market, worries about the levels of radiation in fish could eventually be calmed with the Fukushima Plate, which has a built-in radioactive meter that will alert you to a food’s level of contamination. First you set the value of radiation that you’re okay with (yes, you read that right), and once you put the food on the plate, one, two, or three rings will appear around the edges in order to show you the level of radiation. We’re guessing three rings is bad?

Sure, there are certain issues at stake. Do you really want to find out if your food’s radiation levels are too high after you’ve already brought it home from the store? What about at restaurants? Do you whip the plate out and switch it ninja-style when your waitress turns away from the table?

Most importantly, what if the radiation levels are super high? Didn’t you already touch the food with your hands? And don’t eat too close to the TV when using this plate. There might end up being some issues.