Sorbic acid as a preservative, (and its salts, sodium sorbate, potassium sorbate, and calcium sorbate) is one of the most commonly used in foods. Some of its applications include wines, cheeses, fruit juices, meat and fish products. Sorbic acid also has its
It’s true that honey as a very long shelf life.What’s so different with honey that expiry dates seemingly do not apply to it?
This article discusses water activity, its influence in the shelf life of food, and ways of lowering it to promote food safety
Years of research has led us to better understanding on how salt works in food. We no longer add salt merely as a flavor enhancer and antimicrobial agent. Here are the 5 main functions of salt in food.
Fortified and enriched both mean nutrients were added in food. But there is a slight difference between these two. Here it is.
Better understanding of date labels of food products minimizes food waste. Here is the difference between best before date and expiry date
Mushrooms have a high moisture content. For this reason, they need an environment of high humidity. Here’s how.
Citric acid is one of the most important additives in food manufacturing because of its wide range of applications.
The very first genetically modified food that was introduced into the market was a tomato called Flavr Savr. It was when Calgene, a California company, submitted the necessary documents for evaluation by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) in
By using ionizing radiation, food irradiation is an effective way to destroy harmful microorganisms and extend the shelf life.