### q10 botulism had a widespread impact on modern history > On the list of microbes that have shaped humanity, Clostridium Botulinum would have to sit fairly high, hugely impacting our modern food system, tantalising bioterrorists, and creating a multi-billion-dollar industry. Botulism toxin affects us all, shaping the flavour, distribution, storage and packaging of the food we eat. The fact that we rarely have to think about it, is testament to the extraordinary, dedicated work of thousands of food industry professionals around the world, who help create the safe, effective food system we enjoy today. - [View Highlight](https://read.readwise.io/read/01fn6sg17qmgdgys2wtn4cknvk) - [[Botulism is the World's Deadliest Thing by Anthony Warner#q10 botulism had a widespread impact on modern history|View in Vault]]