It so happens, that no matter whatever “healthy” packaged food you go for, there are is a greater chance of you consuming a lot more than the food of your interest. Although, preservatives are not all bad and some are even necessary for certain products, how do you as a consumer avoid the harmful ones?

1. Class 1 Preservatives
vs.
Class 2 Preservatives

2. • According to FSSAI, Preservatives
are the compounds used to
prevent and retard the microbial
spoilage of food.
What are Preservatives?

3. • Class 1 preservatives are natural
preservatives that include salt, vinegar,
sweets, seasonings & nectar.
• They are common prophylaxes located
in the general kitchen.
What are Class 1 Preservatives?

4. • Class 2 Preservatives are man-made.
• They include chemicals like sodium
benzoate, sodium meta-sulfide, etc.
• There are several restrictions in using
Class 2 preservatives.
What are Class 2 Preservatives?

5. Food preservatives are used only:
• To preserve the natural characteristics of food
• To preserve its appearance
• To increase the shelf life and value of food for
storage purpose

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