Food authenticity refers to the concept that a food product is genuine and true to its nature, and that it has not been adulterated or tampered with in any way. This includes ensuring that the food product is accurately labeled and that it contains only the ingredients and additives that Read more…
There are many alternative protein sources that can be used as a replacement for traditional animal-based protein sources. Some examples include: Legumes: Legumes such as beans, lentils, and chickpeas are rich in protein and can be used to make a variety of dishes such as chili, soups, stews, and veggie Read more…
FS Tutor app is a new app that provides you a chance to test your understanding of food science and technology. It is packed with quizzes for specific subjects or courses taught to food scientists at the university level. In addition, exam type questions for each course have also been Read more…
The term nutraceutical is a hybrid or contraction of nutrition and pharmaceutical. Nutraceutical is a product produced from foods but sold in powders, pills, and other medicinal forms not generally associated with food and demonstrated to have physiological benefits or provide protection against chronic disease. Functional food can be a Read more…
Poultry slaughter Key steps in the slaughter process: Unloading: After their arrival at the processing plant, the birds are unloaded for processing. People can attach the animals onto the moving rails Stunning: The first step in humane slaughter is “stunning” to render the bird unconscious prior to killing. The use Read more…
Ask Food Scientists was born out of the quest to offer consumers unprecedented information about the food they consume on a daily basis. Owing to the many food products in the mark, some of which often are implicated in adverse health issues, the consumer must stay informed. This forum offers Read more…