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Why does frozen food stay fresher in salted water?

April 26, 2017food fresher frozen salted stay water

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Why does frozen food stay fresher in salted water?

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Salt is considered antibacterial because it restricts bacterial growth in many foods. It preserves foods by lowering the amount of “free” water molecules in foods. Bacteria need moisture in order to thrive, so without enough “free” water, they cannot grow well in foods that contain salt.