Pasteurization is a process of food preservation in which packaged and non-packaged foods (such as milk and fruit juices) are treated with mild heat, usually to less than 100°C (212°F), to eliminate pathogens and extend shelf life. The two most common methods of pasteurization are batch pasteurizatiRead more
Pasteurization is a process of food preservation in which packaged and non-packaged foods (such as milk and fruit juices) are treated with mild heat, usually to less than 100°C (212°F), to eliminate pathogens and extend shelf life. The two most common methods of pasteurization are batch pasteurization and high-temperature short-time (HTST) pasteurization.
Batch pasteurization, also known as the vat or holding method, involves heating milk or other liquid in a large container to at least 63°C (145°F) for 30 minutes. The liquid is then rapidly cooled to 4°C (39°F) or below.
High-temperature short-time (HTST) pasteurization, also known as flash pasteurization, involves heating milk or other liquid to at least 72°C (162°F) for 15 seconds. The liquid is then rapidly cooled to 4°C (39°F) or below.
There are also non-thermal pasteurization methods such as Pascalization or high-pressure processing (HPP), pulsed electric field (PEF), and microwave volumetric heating (MVH).
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An eating disorder is a mental health condition that negatively affects how someone eats, thinks about food, and feels about their body. Eating disorders can have serious physical and psychological consequences, and they can be very difficult to overcome. There are many different types of eating disRead more
An eating disorder is a mental health condition that negatively affects how someone eats, thinks about food, and feels about their body. Eating disorders can have serious physical and psychological consequences, and they can be very difficult to overcome.
There are many different types of eating disorders, but the most common ones are:
1. Anorexia nervosa: This is an eating disorder characterized by an intense fear of gaining weight, an extremely low body weight, and a distorted body image. People with anorexia may restrict their food intake, exercise excessively, or purge after eating.
2. Bulimia nervosa: This is an eating disorder characterized by recurrent episodes of binge eating, followed by compensatory behaviors such as purging, excessive exercise, or fasting. People with bulimia may feel a sense of loss of control during binge episodes.
3. Binge eating disorder: This is an eating disorder characterized by recurrent episodes of binge eating, without the use of compensatory behaviors. People with binge eating disorder may feel a sense of shame or guilt after bingeing.
4. Avoidant/restrictive food intake disorder (ARFID): This is an eating disorder characterized by a persistent avoidance of certain foods or food groups, leading to inadequate intake of energy and nutrients. People with ARFID may have sensory aversions to food, fear of choking or vomiting, or concerns about the weight or calories in food.
5. Other specified feeding or eating disorders (OSFED): This is a diagnosis for eating disorders that do not meet the full criteria for anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa, or binge eating disorder. OSFED can include conditions such as purging disorder, night eating syndrome, and compulsive exercise.
6. Unspecified feeding or eating disorder: This is a diagnosis for eating disorders that do not meet the criteria for any of the other eating disorders.
Eating disorders can develop at any age, but they are most common during adolescence and young adulthood. They are more common in women, but they can affect people of all genders.
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