Preservatives

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Description

Preservatives are chemicals added to Processed Foods to prevent their spoilage and prolong their shelf life.

 

Types of Synthetic Preservatives

 Nitrates

 Nitrites

 Sulfites

 Synthetic Antioxidants

 

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