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Ongoing, First published Jul 25, 2024
. Thermal Processing

a. Pasteurization: Commonly used for dairy products and juices, pasteurization involves heating the food to a specific temperature for a set time to destroy harmful bacteria while preserving flavor and nutrients.

b. Sterilization: This method involves subjecting food to high heat to eliminate all microorganisms, ensuring long-term shelf stability. Canned foods are a prime example of sterilized products.

2. Preservation by Freezing

a. Flash Freezing: Rapidly freezing food items helps retain their texture, taste, and nutritional content. This method is widely used for fruits, vegetables, seafood, and meats.

b. Freeze-Drying: Also known as lyophilization, freeze-drying involves freezing food and then reducing the surrounding pressure to remove ice by sublimation. This preserves the food's structure and nutrients, making it lightweight and suitable for long-term storage.

3. Drying

a. Sun Drying: Traditional method involving exposure to sunlight to remove moisture from foods like fruits, herbs, and spices.

b. Dehydration: Modern techniques involve using low heat and air circulation to remove moisture, preserving foods like jerky, dried fruits, and powdered foods.

4. Fermentation

a. Microbial Fermentation: Beneficial bacteria, yeasts, or molds are used to convert sugars and starches into alcohol, acids, or gases. Examples include yogurt, cheese, pickles, and sauerkraut.

b. Enzymatic Fermentation: Enzymes naturally present in food catalyze biochemical reactions, transforming flavors and textures. Examples include bread making, brewing, and chocolate production.

5. Chemical Preservation

a. Additives: Substances like preservatives, antioxidants, and colorants are added to food to prolong shelf life, maintain freshness, and enhance appearance.
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