The Mayans produced salt near the oceans by drying seawater on large flats. It was an important part of their diet and was critical in preserving their food. They dehydrated their food by covering meat and other food items with salt.
For preserving food (mostly meats).
It absorbs moisture. Keeps the food dry
Salting food is a method of preserving it.
food is very important food.
Iodized salt is not generally used in preserving food because the added mineral tends to change the color of the food in the canning or preserving process, making the food appear less appealing. ... starrskitchen.com
Fermenting, salt-curing, smoking, canning, and freezing.
Sodium chloride absorb water and as a consequence all microorganisms are destroyed.
why is there need for preserving food ? explain
Foods soaked in vinegar are pickled, and soaked in salt are salt-cured. Both are means of preserving food. <><><> It is called "pickling"
False (main use was in preserving food)...although, it does make food taste good
enumerate the different methods in preserving food