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Biodegradable Food Wrap from Avocado Pits
Researchers have developed a biodegradable food wrap from avocado pits that changes color to indicate spoilage.
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Nanyang Technological University
- Which organization developed this food wrap?
- Researchers from the Nanyang Technological University in Singapore developed this innovative food wrap as a sustainable alternative to plastic wraps.
- How does the food wrap indicate food spoilage?
- The wrap changes color from yellow to dark brown when food deteriorates, acting as a spoilage indicator and alerting consumers to potential risks.
- What are the main ingredients of this new food wrap?
- The new food wrap is made from avocado pits, durian seeds, and jackfruit seeds, making it biodegradable and environmentally friendly.
- What are the key properties of the avocado pit extract?
- The avocado pit extract contains catechin and chlorogenic acid, which have antioxidant and antibacterial properties to prevent food spoilage and contamination.
- What are the environmental and food safety benefits of this food wrap?
- This biodegradable food wrap offers a sustainable solution to food packaging, reducing waste and improving food safety by indicating spoilage.