Effectiveness of irradiation treatment in eliminating E. coli O157:H7 and Salmonella in dried organic herb samples intended for use in blended tea

Blended tea with different herbs, seeds and dehydrated vegetable substances bring a world of flavours, aromas and colours to tea. Tea is usually made with dried tea leaves, or blended with other dried herbs and pouring boiling water over the leaves and letting them stay for a few minutes and then sip.