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arabera wong calvin 15 years ago

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Food Additives

Food additives play a crucial role in preserving the shelf life and safety of various food products. Sodium nitrite and nitrate are commonly used in processed meats like sausages, bacon, and ham to prevent bacterial growth and maintain the original color of the meat.

Food Additives

Food Additives

sorbic acid

e.g.: cheese, flour, bread, cakes
prevents mould formation

sugar

e.g.: dried fruits, jam, jelly
inhibits their growth
removes water from the cells of micro-organisms

sodium nitrite / nitrate

e.g.: sausages, bacon, ham
matain the orginal colour of meat
prevents bacterial growth

salt

e.g.: fish, meat
micro-organisms cannot growth
removes moisture on the surface of dried food

vinegar

e.g.: vegetables
prevent the growth of micro-organism
maintains an acidic environment