Effect of food shelf life on food quality

Abstract

Foodstuffs are a crucial part of the food processing process. The shelf life of foodstuffs is considered one of the in􀅫luences in producing quality food. This study tried to describe the effect of food shelf life on food quality. The research method used descriptive qualitative. Data were from articles and journals related to the shelf life of foodstuffs and their relation to food quality. The results of the study indicated that there is an effect on the shelf life of foodstuffs with food quality. In particular, each food ingredient has its properties and characteristics, thus must adjust the storage process and the shelf life to maintain food quality for safe consumption.