K E E P I N G F O O D AT I T S B E S T
K E E P I N G F O O D F R E S H
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The information in this section gives you the most
Most food inevitably deteriorates over time. From the very beginning until it is consumed, food undergoes changes. Microorganisms get into food, multiply and cause spoiling.
Enzymes that occur naturally in food continue the ripening process even after the food is harvested. Improper temperatures cause food to deteriorate faster. Changes in humidity cause wilting and shriveling that can lead to spoiling.
In addition, good handling practices can minimize the rate of changes in food.
H A N D L I N G R E C O M M E N D AT I O N S
Follow the recommended storage times and temperatures in this guide. Your
Use specially designed compartments for dairy foods, deli foods and fresh produce. These compartments maintain temperature and humidity levels that keep specific food groups fresh.
Rotate food in refrigeration units, using a
When food does spoil, it’s usually obvious. It becomes moldy, has an
While the bacteria that cause food spoilage will not cause food borne illness or food poisoning, taste tests are not a good idea.
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