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Food Storage and Preservation

Food storage and preservation encompasses the methods and technologies used to maintain the safety, nutritional quality, and sensory properties of food products over time by preventing spoilage and microbial contamination. Research published in the International Journal of Nutrition examines both traditional and eme…

Curated from this journal's research 📚 6 peer-reviewed articles cited Cited 202× across the literature 🔖 ISSN 2379-7835 🗓 Reviewed July 2026

Overview

Food storage and preservation encompasses the methods and technologies used to maintain the safety, nutritional quality, and sensory properties of food products over time by preventing spoilage and microbial contamination. Research published in the International Journal of Nutrition examines both traditional and emerging preservation approaches, with particular attention to natural antimicrobial compounds derived from herbs and spices. Studies have investigated the microbiological and nutritional characteristics of processed fish products, demonstrating how preservation techniques affect both safety and nutrient retention in protein-based foods. The journal has featured research on oregano extract, exploring its dual role as a food preservative and promoter of gastrointestinal health, as well as investigations into rosemary and its health-promoting benefits alongside food preservation properties. These plant-based preservation methods represent alternatives to synthetic additives while potentially offering additional nutritional advantages. The topic holds significance for public health, food security, and sustainable food systems, as effective preservation reduces food waste, extends product shelf life, and helps maintain nutrient availability in diverse dietary patterns. Understanding the interplay between preservation methods and nutritional outcomes remains essential for developing food technologies that support both safety and health objectives.

Research published in this journal

6 peer-reviewed articles, ranked by relevance. Each links to its DOI.

2019

Culture and Mediterranean Diet

López M.T IglesiasCorresponding author
Universidad Francisco de Vitoria, Faculty of Health Sciences, Spain
International Journal of Nutrition Cited by 12 doi:10.14302/issn.2379-7835.ijn-18-2272

How this research is being cited

The 6 articles above have been cited 202 times in the scholarly literature. Citation data via OpenAlex and Crossref, updated Jun 2026.

A sample of recent works citing this journal's research on Food Storage and Preservation, linking to each citing work.

Editorial oversight

Curated from peer-reviewed research published in International Journal of Nutrition (ISSN 2379-7835).

Journal editorial board
Kadri Koppel · United States Alicja Kuban-Jankowska · Poland Luigia Pazzagli · Italy

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