Conventional and Modern Methods of Preservation of Foods

Authors: Nasrullah, Aslam M, Yousaf S, Atiq G and Iqbal RK*

Volume 4, Issue 5

Abstract

Food preservation is a great concern for long times. Different techniques are used widespread including both commercial and modern methods. This article throw light on the different methods like use of antimicrobial agents from plants and animals and some physical methods like drying heating pasteurization and fewer biological and chemical methods limitations of the processes are discussed. Several modern techniques like nanotechnology and use of edible coatings and HPP technique CAP and MAP.

Keywords: Bacteriocins; Lectoferrin; Hurdle Technology; Pasteurization

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