Fresh food

Fresh Food is a term that refers to food that has not been preserved and has not spoiled yet. For vegetables and fruits, this means that they have been recently harvested and treated properly postharvest; for meat, it has recently been slaughtered and butchered; for fish, it has been recently caught or harvested and kept cold.

Definition

Fresh food is food which has not been preserved and has not spoiled yet. For vegetables and fruits, this means that they have been recently harvested and treated properly postharvest; for meat, it has recently been slaughtered and butchered; for fish, it has been recently caught or harvested and kept cold.

Fresh Food and Health

Fresh food is important for one's health. Fresh foods are packed with nutrients that are beneficial to the body. They are also free from preservatives and additives that can be harmful to the body. Consuming fresh food can help to improve one's overall health and wellbeing.

Fresh Food and the Environment

The production and consumption of fresh food also has environmental implications. The transportation of fresh food requires less energy compared to processed food. Moreover, fresh food production often involves less waste compared to processed food production.

Fresh Food and the Economy

Fresh food also plays a significant role in the economy. The fresh food industry contributes significantly to the GDP of many countries. It also provides employment opportunities for millions of people worldwide.

See Also

• Food preservation
• Organic food
• Local food
• Sustainable agriculture