Fruit-based products are derived from the processing of fruits. Consuming fruit products is a great way to take in antioxidants and fibre naturally associated with a healthy diet. People are increasingly looking for portable and convenient ways to eat more fruit often with premium, indulgent and exotic products. A wide range of fruit products is on the market worldwide such as jams, dried blueberries, dried mangoes, raisins, juices, banana chips and dried pears. Explore this category for a variety of fruit products available in Zambian stores.
Fruit and processing is done widely in the food and beverage industry. Fruits are processed into a variety of products such as juices and concentrates, pulp, canned and dehydrated products, jams and jellies, pickles and chutneys etc.
Fruit and vegetable processing is done widely in the food and beverage industry. Fruits and vegetables are processed into a variety of products such as juices and concentrates, pulp, canned and dehydrated products, jams and jellies, pickles and chutneys etc.
The by-products generated from the processing of fruits largely are underutilized and discarded as organic waste. These organic wastes that include seeds, pulp, skin, rinds, etc., are potential sources of bioactive compounds that have health imparting benefits.
Fruits are an excellent source of essential vitamins and minerals, and they are high in fibre. Fruits also provide a wide range of health-boosting antioxidants, including flavonoids. Eating a diet high in fruits and vegetables can reduce a person's risk of developing heart disease, cancer, inflammation, and diabetes.
Fruits are a high-moisture, generally acidic food that is relatively easy to process and that offers a variety of flavour, aroma, colour, and texture to the diet.
Minimally processed fruits and vegetables are products obtained by trimming and/or peeling and/or cutting and packaging and are characterized by convenience and ability to maintain their freshness.
Fruit can go through numerous types of processing, including canning, drying, and juicing. Some types of processed fruit are fruit preserves, canned fruit, and fruit juices.