It's Very Necessary to Aware About Food Preservatives

Preservatives are used in foods as chemical additives that prevent tje food from chemical changes, such as oxidation or mold and fungus growth. Preservatives help maintain the freshness and consistency as well as appearance of food in emulsifying and stabilizing agents.

Natural food preservatives 

sugar and salt are the oldest natural dietary protections that very effectively degrade the growth of bacteria in food. To preserve meat and fish, salt is still used as natural food conservation

People traditionally used salt and sugar methods for food preservation. Earlier when people had no access to refrigerators, this was the popular food preserving method, and still people use it.

Another natural preservative in this category is vinegar. These are traditional preservatives in food which are also used at home and freezing, boiling, smoking and salting while making pickles, jams and juices etc are also considered natural ways to preserve Food. To protect coffee powder and soup, freeze is dried. 

Chemical preservatives 

sodium benzoate is always present in acidic beverages such as fruit juices as well as in acidic sodas, sodium benzoate is an antimicrobial preservative and flavored agent that can prevent the growth of bacteria, mold, fungus and yeast. It is found naturally in cranberries, cuttings, apples and some spices. Sodium benzoate is also used in medicines to provide lubricating effects. 

Risks

Bromates (e924 - potassium bromate) can cause diarrhea and other stomach problems. It is believed that bromate reduces the level of food nutrients so it is present in almost all kinds of bread. 

Mono and diglycerides (e471): 

While permitted as supplements to many foods, they can cause birth defects as well as cancer. Mostly this preservatives are found in snacks such as candies, pastries, cakes, peanut butter, crackers, sauce vegetables, dried roasted nuts and frozen prepared foods.

How to Avoid Preservatives 

Make your bread, cakes and muffins whenever you can. Read the label. Most pre-packed foods contain a list of ingredients, including preservatives. Food additives are usually listed at the end of the list of ingredients, as they are usually found in low doses. Please try to cook at home as much as possible with fresh ingredients.

• Usually fresh fruits and vegetables are not included. Store these foods to help reduce or prevent additional items. 

• Try sticking to meat that is not cooked and in their natural state, such as raw, whole chicken, raw beef or raw fish. 

• Try to avoid the glaciers that contain candy, chips, crackers, serials or cookies. The processing of these foods is guaranteed and includes a significant amount of excess.

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