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Given the diversity of food products and preservation methods, food irradiation has emerged as one of the most influential current techniques. Examining food processing through irradiation and preserving products at optimal radiation levels lies in maintaining food quality for extended periods while controlling microorganisms and spoilage factors. This review study explores how irradiation can eliminate pathogenic bacteria, prevent mold growth and insect infestation, and extend the shelf life of fruits and vegetables. The findings of this scientific review indicate that while irradiation offers numerous advantages, excessive exposure can have detrimental effects on food. The optimal dose for most food items is identified as approximately 4 kGy. Considering these factors, it is suggested that vegetable irradiation increases shelf life, preserves quality, extends shelf life in fish products, and maintains nutritional and sensory properties. In conclusion, given the variety of food products and preservation methods, food irradiation is currently considered one of the most effective techniques.

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Food Irradiation Preservation Non-Destructive

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Ahmadi, S. A. (2024). A Review of the Effects of Irradiation on Food Preservation. Journal of Natural Sciences – Kabul University, 7(3), 97–110. https://doi.org/10.62810/jns.v7i3.45

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