02 Introduction to Food Processing

According to Dennis R. Heldman, food processing is the conversion of or intro a consumer __.

raw materials, ingredients, food product

According to Connor (1988), food processing is the branch of __ that starts with raw materials and transforms then into _ or edible products through the application of _.

• manufacturing

• intermediate foodstuffs

• labor, machinery, energy, scientific knowledge

What is food processing?

the summation of all processes undergone by foods from producers to consumers (farm to table)

What is the ultimate goal of food processing?

Food preservation to extend shelf life

What are the goals of the food industry through food processing?

• extend shelf-life

• provide nutrients required for health

• increase variety in the diet

• generate income

What are the different methods of food preservation?

• physical

• chemical

• biological