Which is Better For Long Term Food Supply – Freeze Dried Or Dehydrated?
When most people start shopping for long term food supply, inevitably the decisions about which type to purchase quickly becomes very confusing. There are several options available including freeze dried, dehydrated, mre’s and canned. This article compares freeze dried to dehydrated because these two categories make up a majority of purchases. Freeze-dried, if properly sealed, prevents absorption of moisture, and allows it to be stored at room temperature without refrigeration, and still be protected against spoilage for many years. By greatly reducing the water content, which inhibits the growth of microorganisms and enzymes that typically promote spoilage or degrading of the substance, preservation via freeze drying allows a long shelf life of ten years or more. Freeze drying results in less damage to the original product than other methods of dehydration which is typically done by using higher temperatures. Dehydration is prepared by using much high temperatures, which typically cau
