In today’s world, people are reading labels more closely than ever. They want to know what’s in their food —and just as importantly, what’s not. That’s why more consumers are gravitating toward products without artificial additives or preservatives. And it’s also why lyophilization, or freeze-drying, has become a go-to method for brands that care aboutRead more
If you’ve ever eaten a freeze-dried strawberry or taken a medication that dissolved instantly under your tongue, you’ve experienced the results of lyophilization—also known as freeze-drying. It’s a process that’s used across industries, from food preservation to pharmaceuticals, and even in high-tech fields like biotechnology. But what exactly is lyophilization, and why has it becomeRead more
Freeze drying eggs is one of the best uses for your home freeze dryer. If stored properly, freeze-dried eggs can last for years and still work perfectly in recipes. Plus, they take up much less space than whole eggs. Here’s what you need to know. Instructions: How to Freeze Dry Eggs 1. Prepare the eggsRead more
The best part of using a home freeze dryer from Harvest Right is the ability it gives you to freeze dry the foods you prefer to eat. People on special diets (or who just like to eat healthy) love the flexibility and choices that home freeze drying provides. Instead of purchasing store-bought freeze-dried food (alongRead more
Overall inflation rates rose to 6.8% over the previous year, marking the fastest annual increase in the inflation rate since June 1982, according to the latest consumer price index from the Bureau of Labor Statistics. The impact of inflation can especially be seen in grocery stores with prices for meat, poultry, fish, and eggs increasingRead more
When storing food long term, it is critical to not allow bacteria to destroy your food. Bacteria need moisture, oxygen, light, and warmth to grow. Freeze drying food is great at eliminating moisture, but it still needs to be stored properly to ensure long-term usage. Mylar bags are great at not allowing in light orRead more
Have you ever taken trays out of your freeze dryer and noticed a lot of white crystalized bubbles coat your food? Or have you ever freeze-dried ice cream sandwiches and end up with a bubbly mess? This is common and there is nothing wrong with your freeze dryer. What is happening is just lyophilization, orRead more
Well, as they say, Winter is Coming. The last two winters were brutal in nearly every state of the Union – even those without snowfall saw record colds and even some ice. Predictions are that this winter will be dangerously cold and that every state where it can snow, it will snow. Snow and coldRead more