FOOD TECHNOLOGY

FOOD PROCESSING AND PRESERVATION

FOOD PRESERVATION METHODS

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Which of the following is not a factor affecting the nutrients of foods?
A
Overcooking of foods.
B
Cooking in water and throwing away
C
Washing cuts fruits and vegetables into small sizes then washing them.
D
Washing fruits before cut them and consume
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Excessive washing of cut fruits and vegetables may wash away the water-soluble vitamin. Also, excessive heating and frying of vegetables may result in the destruction of these vitamins.

Detailed explanation-2: -We should not wash the fruits and vegetables after cutting, because the minerals and protein in the fruits and vegetables will also be washed away.

Detailed explanation-3: -Produce can carry dangerous bacteria Sometimes dirty produce can result in foodborne sickness. We have seen recent outbreaks of veggies with E. coli, Salmonella, and more, ‘’ Janette Nesheiwat, MD, says. “This can result in nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, stomach cramps, and fever, along with dehydration.”

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