Sustainable strategies for sodium reduction in biltong by improving healthiness without impairing safety

Biltong is a popular South African savoury meat snack, which is preserved by drying and adding vinegar and salt to inhibit microbial growth. It is stable at room temperature and can be considered a safe and sustainable local food system. Unfortunately, biltong has exceptionally high sodium (Na) lev...

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Main Authors: Rita Opperman, Barbara E. van Wyngaard, MacDonald Cluff, Carina Bothma, Eileen Roodt, Celia Hugo, Arno Hugo
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Academy of Science of South Africa 2025-08-01
Series:South African Journal of Science
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Online Access:https://sajs.co.za/article/view/18999
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