RESEARCH the structure, function, and purpose of Preservatives and its impact
on the foods they are found, the microbes they inhibit, and the substances we
ingest from them
● Research the Science of Preservatives (See Resources below), you may also use other
resources
● Structure
● Function
● Purpose
● How do preservatives work in…
● Maintaining the Quality of Food
● Longevity
● Appearance
● Regulating microbial growth
● The body once
● Ingested
● Absorbed
● Stored
● Eliminated
● What do you understand about what microbial needs and their diets?
● What are some other (natural) ways in controlling microbial growth on the produce you
purchase and bring home?
● How much control do we have over the regulations placed upon our foods? Are these
policies and procedures put in place for the betterment or detriment?
● Any information that “wowed” you?
Reflect
● How do you feel about the processed, packaged & preserved foods you eat now?
Are they compatible with your cellular growth, maintenance and repair?
● How do these preservatives impact our microbiome?
a. https://youtu.be/KMrwGEqT_hM
● How do you feel about the governmental agencies, policies and procedures that
have been put in place regarding the preservatives allowed to be added in the
foods that are sold to us? Who’s to blame?
